Description
Experience the warm, earthy sweetness of Carrot Cake Cookies, a delightful blend of shredded carrots, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting drizzle, these cookies evoke nostalgia and are perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare, they promise an unforgettable treat that will leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup shredded carrots (freshly grated)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Cream cheese frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the shredded carrots and nuts (if using).
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden around the edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg