Carrot-Coconut Cookies Recipe
Description
Indulge in these incredibly soft, cake-like Carrot-Coconut Cookies that cleverly incorporate carrots, making them a delightful treat for those who might need a little extra help in their diet. This recipe is a cherished family favorite, perfect for sneaking in some nutritious veggies without anyone being the wiser. Your loved ones will enjoy these delectable cookies, and you’ll love how easy they are to prepare!
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Carrot | 1 cup |
| Sugar | 3/4 cup |
| Shortening | 1 cup |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Flour | 2 cups |
| Baking Powder | 1/2 tsp |
| Salt | 3/4 tsp |
| Coconut | 1 cup |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
| Nutritional Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 326.5 |
| Total Fat | 21.6 g |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g |
| Cholesterol | 35.2 mg |
| Sodium | 177.8 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 30.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g |
| Sugars | 13.4 g |
| Protein | 3.6 g |
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C), ensuring that it reaches the ideal temperature for baking your cookies.
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Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrot, sugar, shortening, and eggs, stirring until the mixture is well-blended and creamy.
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Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just combined.
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Incorporate Coconut: Fold in the shredded coconut, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the batter for that perfect tropical twist.
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Prepare the Baking Sheet: Using a teaspoon, drop the cookie dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, placing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
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Bake: Place the cookie sheets in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 8 minutes, or until almost no indentation remains when touched.
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Cool: Once baked, carefully remove the cookies from the sheets and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing them to set perfectly.
Enjoy these delightful Carrot-Coconut Cookies fresh out of the oven or store them in an airtight container for later indulgence! Your family will be none the wiser about the nutritious carrots hidden within these scrumptious treats.
