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Carrot cookie Calories
Sweet, carrot-based soft cookie
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Carrot cookie (35 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 21 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 73.5 µg of Vitamin A covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Carrot cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
144
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
21g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 5% · Fat 36%
Carrot cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.78 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Carrot cookie?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 287 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 150 g | 615 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carrot cookie
How do you make carrot cookies?
Carrot cookies are made by mixing grated carrot into a cookie dough with flour, sugar, egg, and butter or oil. Fold the carrot in gently, shape the dough, and bake until the edges are set and lightly golden.
Do carrot cookies taste like carrot cake?
Carrot cookies can have the warm, spiced flavour of carrot cake, especially with cinnamon, walnuts, or raisins. They are usually denser and less airy than cake, with a more compact, chewy or soft cookie texture.
Should you squeeze the carrots for carrot cookies?
Squeeze out excess liquid if the grated carrots are especially wet, but do not dry them completely. Too much moisture can make carrot cookies spread or stay overly soft; finely grated carrot is easier to mix evenly into the dough.
How should you store carrot cookies?
Store carrot cookies in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. Their carrot moisture can soften them over time, so refrigerate them if keeping them for more than a few days, then let them come closer to room temperature before serving.
Can you freeze carrot cookies?
Yes, carrot cookies freeze well once fully cooled. Place them in a sealed freezer-safe container with layers separated so they do not stick together, then thaw at room temperature. You can also freeze shaped, unbaked dough and bake it later.
Why do carrot cookies spread in the oven?
Carrot cookies often spread when the dough is too warm or soft, the grated carrot is very wet, or the oven has not reached its set temperature. Chilling the dough briefly and spacing portions apart helps them keep their shape.
Do you peel carrots before making carrot cookies?
Peeling carrots for carrot cookies is optional if they are fresh and thoroughly washed. Remove any tough or damaged skin, then grate the carrots finely so they distribute through the dough without leaving large, fibrous pieces.
What spices go well in carrot cookies?
Cinnamon is the classic spice for carrot cookies, and ginger or nutmeg can add a warmer flavour. Use a light hand so the spices complement the carrot rather than overpower it, particularly if the dough also contains raisins or nuts.
Can you add walnuts or raisins to carrot cookies?
Yes, chopped walnuts and raisins are popular additions to carrot cookies. Fold them in at the end so they are spread throughout the dough; keep the pieces small enough that the cookies still hold together when shaped.
Should carrot cookies have cream cheese frosting?
Carrot cookies do not need frosting, but a thin cream cheese icing gives them a carrot-cake-style finish. Let the cookies cool completely before adding it, or the icing will melt and slide off.
Carrot cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
73.5µg · 8% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.74µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
22mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
42mg · 1% DV
Carrot cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Carrot cookie
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Carrot cookie?
A Carrot cookie is made by folding grated carrot into sweet cookie dough and baking it. The carrot adds a gentle sweetness and helps give the centre a soft texture; home recipes may also include spices or nuts. It is usually tender inside with a lightly browned outside, rather than crisp throughout. Carrot cookies are served as a snack or a simple homemade dessert, often with tea or coffee, and can fit into a lunchbox or a shared plate of biscuits.
It is a sweet, carbohydrate-forward treat, with 60 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. For a lighter snack, have one medium cookie with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Carrot cookie?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Carrot cookie Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Carrot cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Carrot cookie Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Carrot cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.