Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup grated carrots (fresh)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and egg until fluffy. Mix in the grated carrots until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- If desired, fold in the chopped nuts gently into the dough.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cooling before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg