Description
Carrot Cake Cookies are a delightful fusion of soft, chewy cookies and the classic flavors of carrot cake. Bursting with sweet cinnamon, tender carrot bits, and topped with a swirl of cream cheese frosting, these treats are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or just want to indulge, these cookies are sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they’ll become a must-have in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup finely grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1/2 cup raisins or walnuts (optional)
- 4 oz cream cheese frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time; fold in grated carrots.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Fold in raisins or walnuts if using.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For gluten-free cookies, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. To keep cookies soft, store them in an airtight container at room temperature.