{"id":28603,"date":"2023-03-20T10:21:16","date_gmt":"2023-03-20T04:51:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=28603"},"modified":"2024-08-30T18:03:27","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T12:33:27","slug":"carrot-cake-cookies-with-cream-cheese-frosting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/carrot-cake-cookies-with-cream-cheese-frosting\/","title":{"rendered":"Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Carrot cake cookies<\/strong> are exactly that\u2014carrot cake in cookie form! These soft cookies are so easy to make and use simple pantry ingredients. Pile cream cheese frosting on top, and these carrot cookies become impossible to resist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It\u2019s giving carrot cake<\/a> but in cookie form! Same cozy spices and the same sweet carrot goodness, but with a little extra fun. Think of them as bite-sized bliss, or the perfect excuse to have \"just one more.\" Whether you call it portion control or just pure deliciousness, these cookies are an Easter treat you don\u2019t<\/em> want to miss!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a soft cookie recipe. These cookies are not the crisp kind like my carrot cake waffles<\/a>. These are soft and moist (like carrot madeleines<\/a>) studded with carrots and walnuts and topped with creamy, tangy frosting!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why You'll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ready in under 30 minutes, carrot cake cookies are quick, easy, and packed with all the cozy flavors of carrot cake, without the extra effort. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re hearty, lightly sweet, and perfect for Easter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, it\u2019s a dessert that feels a little wholesome thanks to the veggies I get to sneak in!
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Carrot Cookies Recipe Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Flour<\/strong>:\u00a0I used all-purpose flour in this carrot cake cookie recipe. But, whole wheat flour\u00a0is just as good. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carrots<\/strong>: Freshly grated carrots bring natural sweetness and keep the cookies moist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Butter<\/strong>: I used salted. Feel free to substitute it with\u00a0unsalted butter or chilled, solidified coconut oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egg<\/strong> gives the healthy carrot cake cookies structure. Want to make eggless carrot cake cookies? Switch to flax egg (mix one tablespoon of flaxseed powder with three tablespoons of water).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sugar<\/strong>: I used raw sugar, but brown or white sugar will bring the perfect balance of sweetness too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nuts<\/strong>: I love walnuts in these cookies. It\u2019s okay to leave them out entirely or experiment with other nuts like almonds or pecans. Make sure they are finely chopped so it\u2019s easy to fold them in the dough. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spices<\/strong>: Homemade vanilla extract<\/a> and cinnamon are what I love in this recipe. Freshly grated nutmeg, a pinch of ginger, or even orange zest would make the best carrot cake cookies ever! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Make Carrot Cake Cookies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1:<\/strong> In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until the mixture is fluffy. This will take 2-3 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2:<\/strong> Add an egg and vanilla extract and beat again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3<\/strong>: Mix in the flour, baking soda, and cinnamon powder, and mix well using a spatula.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4<\/strong>: Fold in your finely grated carrots and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 5:<\/strong> On a parchment paper-lined cookie tray, scoop out the dough (size: about a tablespoon and a half).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 6:<\/strong> Bake for 14\u201315 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final step:<\/strong> Cool and serve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pro Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n