Description

These Carrot Cake Cookies are bursting with flavor and are incredibly easy to make. With fresh carrots and warm spices, they are ideal for any occasion, bringing a delightful taste of home. You’ll love the creamy frosting that takes them to the next level!

Ingredients

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2 ¾ cup all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks) room temperature
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract or vanilla paste
2 eggs room temperature
1 ½ cups finely shredded fresh carrots
½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
4 ounces cream cheese softened
6 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract or vanilla paste
4–8 tablespoons milk
½ cup pecans finely chopped, optional

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
Add the vanilla extract and eggs, mixing until fully incorporated.
Stir in the finely shredded carrots until mixed well.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until no flour streaks are visible; do not over mix.
Using a cookie scoop, place the dough onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the tops appear almost dry and spring back slightly when touched.
Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely before frosting.

Notes

For added texture, consider mixing in chopped pecans if desired.
Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for the best results.
Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 210
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg