Peanut Butter 'n Carrot Cookiescookies 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/4 cup shortening 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup 100% bran cereal 1 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup chopped peanuts or 1 sunflower seeds Cream peanut butter, shortening, sugars, egg and vanilla until light and fluffy. Mix flour, baking soda and salt; blend into creamed mixture. Stir in cereal, carrots and peanuts. Form into 1-inch balls; place on baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. Flatten with fork. Bake at 350F (180C) for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on racks. Store in airtight container. |
