Description
Carrot Cake Cookies are a delightful fusion of classic carrot cake flavors in a cookie form. These soft, chewy treats are packed with freshly grated carrots and warm spices, making them the perfect addition to any dessert table or a comforting snack on their own. With an optional cream cheese drizzle, each bite feels like a warm hug, bringing back memories of family gatherings and sweet moments. Whip them up in under 30 minutes for a deliciously satisfying treat that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup grated carrots (about 1 medium carrot)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (toasted, optional)
- cream cheese for frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugars, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the egg and vanilla extract until frothy; then mix into the dry ingredients gently until just combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden at the edges. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg