Cat Cora'S Carrot Cake Holiday Spice Cookies

Name: Cat Cora'S Carrot Cake Holiday Spice Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 cup raw or date sugar; 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar; 2 eggs; 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon cloves (ground); 2 cups rolled oats; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup dried cranberries or cherries; 1/4 cup chopped dates; 1 cup raw carrots, grated; 1 cup walnuts, chopped and toasted

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup raw or date sugar
2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cloves (ground)
2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup dried cranberries or cherries
1/4 cup chopped dates
1 cup raw carrots, grated
1 cup walnuts, chopped and toasted

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1. Preheat oven to 350, lightly grease two cookie sheets with non-stick spray.
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2. In a medium mixing bowl, cream together butter, sugar and honey or agave nectar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time until well blended.
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3. In a separate bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, baking powder and soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and rolled oats. In stages, mix flour into the butter mixture until both are well incorporated.
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4. Add raisins, dried cranberries, dates, carrots and walnuts and stir until all combined.
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5. Use tablespoon to drop dough onto lightly greased cookie sheet (use olive oil instead of butter) and flatten slightly with fork or spoon.
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6. Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes. Cool and store in airtight container so cookies stay soft not crisp.

1041

kcal

Calories

Fat

131

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter, softened, 1 cup raw or date sugar, 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar, 2 eggs, and more.

Yes, Cat Cora'S Carrot Cake Holiday Spice Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!