Description
A delightful fusion of carrot cake and chewy cookies, perfect for Easter celebrations and family gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sourdough starter
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix together the sourdough starter, sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until well combined.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots and any optional ingredients like nuts or raisins.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure your sourdough starter is active for the best flavor. Adjust sugar according to taste, and consider adding grated ginger for an extra flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg