Ingredients

  • 2 34 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 cup oleo (margarine, may use 2 sticks)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 7 12 ounces carrot baby food
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract
  • 14 cup orange glaze
  • 1 12 tablespoons grated orange peel
  • 2 -3 cups confectioners' sugar

Method

  • Carrot Cookies:.
  • Stir together flour and baking powder; set aside.
  • In large saucepan, melt oleo.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir in sugar, eggs, carrots and extracts.
  • Mix until smooth, soft dough.
  • Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 3 days before baking.
  • Drop by rounded teaspoon 2"-inches apart on greased sheets.
  • Bake at 375 for 10-12 minutes or until slightly browned and edges browned.
  • Cool for 1 minute on sheets and remove to racks set over waxed paper.
  • While still warm, glaze each with 1/2 teaspoon Orange Glaze.
  • Orange Glaze: In medium bowl, combine orange juice and grated orange peel.
  • Stir in confectioners sugar until thick and smooth.
  • Makes 1 cup.