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Carrot Cake Cookies

Indulge in these delightful carrot cake cookies, combining the classic flavors of carrot cake into a chewy, delectable treat.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: carrot cake cookies, dessert, baking, sweet treats
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 150kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts optional
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese frosting for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • In another bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing well.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
  • Fold in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts, if using.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
  • Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 1g