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Carrot & Pecan Cookies
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 42
YUM! These are an excellent spring/summertime (or anytime!) cookie. Fresh, moist, and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients:
1 cup softened butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup finely shredded carrot
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tablespoon orange zest
2 -3 tablespoons orange juice (as needed for desired consistancy)
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Beat butter and both sugars until creamy.
3. Add egg, OJ, and peel, and continue mixing until well blended.
4. Mix in flour, soda, and salt, and beat on low until thoroughly blended.
5. Stir in coconut, pecans, and carrot.
6. Drop by rounded spoonful 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
7. Bake 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
9. Top with additional pecans if desired.
By RecipeOfHealth.com