CARROT OATMEAL COOKIES

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"I am always looking for tasty after-school and lunch box treats for my family. These carrot-flecked cookies my mom made when I was growing up now get a thumbs-up from my children."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups shredded carrots
4 cups quick-cooking oats
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Beat in carrots. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in walnuts and chocolate chips. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 3 in. apart onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375° for 10-13 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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