Oatmeal Carrot Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Name: Oatmeal Carrot Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter flavour granules shortening; 1 1/4 cups brown sugar; ⅓ cup orange juice; 1 tablespoon orange zest grated; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 cups carrots; 2 cups oats, quick cooking uncooked; 2 cups flour, all-purpose; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon allspice; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 cup golden raisins; 1 cup walnuts coarsely chopped; 3 ounces cream cheese softened; 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon milk; 1/2 teaspoon orange extract optional

Servings: persons

3/4 cup butter flavour granules shortening
1 1/4 cups brown sugar
⅓ cup orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest grated
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups carrots
2 cups oats, quick cooking uncooked
2 cups flour, all-purpose
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup golden raisins
1 cup walnuts coarsely chopped
3 ounces cream cheese softened
2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon milk
1/2 teaspoon orange extract optional

1
To make cookies: Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
2
Grease baking sheets with shortening.
3
In large mixer bowl, combine shortening, sugar, egg, juice, peel and vanilla.
4
Beat at medium speed of electric mixer until well-blended.
5
Beat in carrots.
6
In another bowl, combine oats, flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg.
7
Mix into creamed mixture at low speed just until blended.
8
Stir in raisins and nuts.
9
Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheet.
10
Bake 10 to 12 minutes, or until lightly browned.
11
Do not overbake.
12
Cool 2 minutes on baking sheet.
13
Remove cookies to foil to cool completely.
14
To make frosting: In large bowl, combine cream cheese, shortening, powdered sugar, milk and extract.
15
Beat at medium speed until well-blended.
16
Frost cooled cookies.

1466

kcal

Calories

Fat

209

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

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup butter flavour granules shortening, 1 1/4 cups brown sugar, ⅓ cup orange juice, 1 tablespoon orange zest grated, and more.

Yes, Oatmeal Carrot Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting 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!