Orange Glazed Carrot Cookies
Infused with cozy spices and a bright citrus twist, these Orange Glazed Carrot Cookies are a delightful treat that brings together the warmth of cinnamon and the zing of fresh orange zest. Perfectly soft and moist thanks to finely grated carrots, these cookies are elevated with a luscious glaze made from freshly squeezed orange juice and powdered sugar, creating a tantalizing balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Ready in under 35 minutes, they are an ideal choice for delicious homemade desserts, Easter celebrations, or afternoon tea. Garnished with a hint of orange zest, these cookies not only taste incredible, but their vibrant appearance makes them a feast for the eyes as well.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar, packed
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Grated carrots (finely grated)
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 1 cup Powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Orange zest (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the grated carrots and orange zest gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set and the bottoms are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies are cooling, prepare the orange glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and freshly squeezed orange juice until smooth and pourable.
Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the tops using a spoon or piping bag. Optionally, sprinkle a tiny amount of orange zest on top for garnish.
Allow the glaze to set for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3410 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.0 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.2 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 478 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 1800 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 591.0 g | 215% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 385.5 g | ||
| Protein | 35.2 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1304 mg | 28% | |
*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.
