These spiced carrot cookies are a delightful treat, combining warm spices with the sweetness of carrots and raisins.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Ensure the oven is fully preheated before baking to achieve even cooking.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Use room temperature butter for easier mixing.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
Stir in the grated carrot.
Grate the carrot finely for a smoother texture in the cookies.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove.
Sift the dry ingredients for a lighter cookie texture.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Avoid overmixing to prevent tough cookies.
Fold in the raisins and chopped pecans.
Ensure the mix-ins are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and drop spoonfuls of dough onto the sheet.
Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
Rotate the baking sheet halfway through for even baking.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooling on the sheet helps the cookies set properly.
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