PrintCarrot biscuits recipe: Discover a delightful treat!
A delightful blend of sweet and savory carrot biscuits that are soft, slightly sweet, and have a hint of spice.
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 30-40 minutes
- Yield: 12 biscuits 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup finely grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grate the carrots finely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: softened butter, brown sugar, egg, and grated carrots.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop the dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each biscuit.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Use fresh, organic carrots for the best flavor.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes to prevent spreading.
- Experiment with spices like nutmeg or ginger for added flavor.
- Store in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Fat: 6 grams
- Carbohydrates: 16 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams