Description
These soft and chewy carrot cake cookies bring all the flavors of a classic carrot cake in the form of a convenient, handheld treat! Packed with carrots, warm spices, and a touch of sweetness, these cookies are perfect for dessert, snacks, or even as an Easter treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely grated carrots
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the grated carrots, oats, walnuts, shredded coconut, and raisins (if using).
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optionally, drizzle with cream cheese frosting for an extra indulgent treat!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of ginger.
- You can replace the walnuts with pecans or skip them entirely if you prefer.
- If you don’t like raisins, feel free to omit them or replace them with chopped dried apricots.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American