Carrot Hermits

Soft, spiced, and irresistibly moist, Carrot Hermits are a delightful twist on classic spiced cookies that will quickly become a family favorite! These tender treats are packed with warm flavors from cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, balanced by the natural sweetness of freshly grated carrots and chewy raisins. Optional chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch, making these cookies perfect for tea time, holiday gatherings, or an everyday indulgence. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this recipe yields 24 cookies that are lightly golden and beautifully aromatic straight out of the oven. Serve them plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness. Whether you're satisfying a sweet tooth or exploring nostalgic flavors, these carrot spice cookies are a must-try for any baker.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
• 1 cups Brown sugar
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 units Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Grated fresh carrots (packed)
• 0.75 cups Raisins
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 6

Fold in the grated carrots, raisins, and chopped walnuts (if using). Make sure all the add-ins are evenly distributed in the dough.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set and lightly golden around the edges.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve your carrot hermits plain or with a light dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1036.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3071.7

Total Fat 101.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 496mg	0%
Sodium 2831.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 511.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.0g	0%
Total Sugars 284.1g
Protein 53.7g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 472.8mg	0%
Iron 19.7mg	0%
Potassium 2567.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.9%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 64.4%