Ingredients for Carrot Bran Cookies
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) softened margarine
- 1 large egg
- Not used in recipe (Vanilla extract is used instead)
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup bran flakes
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup grated carrots
- ½ cup raisins
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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How to Make Carrot Bran Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened margarine and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups whole wheat flour, 1 cup bran flakes, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in 1 cup grated carrots and ½ cup raisins.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Lightly flatten each cookie with a fork or the bottom of a glass.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade Carrot Bran Cookies! Makes approximately 2 ½ dozen.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
16g
Fat
2g
Carbs
2g