Description
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade Carrot Cake Cookies! These chewy treats blend the comforting flavors of classic carrot cake with a creamy filling that elevates them to a whole new level. Perfect for any occasion, from casual afternoon snacks to festive gatherings, these cookies are not just sweet but also packed with vibrant spices and fresh carrots. The combination of warm cinnamon and nutmeg creates a cozy aroma that will fill your kitchen, while the rich cream cheese filling offers a luscious surprise in every bite. Simple to make yet incredibly rewarding, these Carrot Cake Cookies are sure to become a beloved staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz Cream cheese (room temperature)
- 3 TBSP White granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 1 cup Brown sugar (packed light or dark)
- 1/2 cup White granulated sugar
- 1 cup Finely grated carrots (Make sure to grate them fresh. Don’t use pre-shredded)
- 2 Large egg yolks (room temperature)
- 2 oz Cream cheese (room temperature)
- 2 TBSP Unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup Powdered sugar (sifted)
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese filling by mixing cream cheese, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine melted butter and sugars until well mixed. Add egg yolks and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until combined. Fold in grated carrots.
- On lined baking sheets, drop tablespoons of dough and create indentations for filling. Spoon in about 1 teaspoon of cream cheese filling.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around edges. Cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg