Delicious Carrot Cake Cookies Recipe: Soft, Chewy, and Perfect for Any Occasion!

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Carrot Cake Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic carrot cake, offering all the flavors you love in a convenient, handheld form.

>>>Get the Recipe in Details: Carrot Cake Cookies

Ingredients:

• For the Cookies:
• • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup raisins (optional)
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
• • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preparation:
2. • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
3. Make the Cookie Dough:
4. • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
   • Fold in the grated carrots, rolled oats, raisins, and chopped walnuts.
5. Bake the Cookies:
6. • Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
   • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8. • In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
   • Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
   • Stir in the vanilla extract.
9. Frost the Cookies:
10. • Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting over the tops.
    • Optionally, you can sandwich two cookies together with the frosting in the middle for a fun twist.

Conclusion:

Carrot Cake Cookies are a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of carrot cake in a portable, easy-to-eat form. The combination of soft, chewy cookies with the creamy, tangy frosting is simply irresistible. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to everyday treats. Enjoy baking and sharing these delicious Carrot Cake Cookies with your loved ones, and watch them disappear in no time!