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Delish Carrot Cake Cookies

Delish Carrot Cake Cookies

Soft and chewy carrot cake cookies packed with warm spices, shredded carrots, and a hint of cream cheese.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 24
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoons salt
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.75 cups brown sugar, packed
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cups shredded carrots packed
  • 0.5 cups chopped walnuts optional
  • 0.25 cups cream cheese, softened for frosting

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
  • Add egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until combined.
  • Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  • Fold in shredded carrots and chopped walnuts if using.
  • Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  • Let cookies cool completely before frosting with softened cream cheese if desired.

Notes

These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to 5 days and can be frozen for longer storage.