Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of carrot cake cookies, a perfect blend of warm spices and sweet carrots. These chewy, flavorful treats are studded with crunchy walnuts and juicy raisins, making them an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Top them with a creamy frosting for the ultimate treat that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 cup shredded carrots (freshly grated)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans (chopped)
- 1/2 cup raisins (or cranberries)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cream cheese frosting for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, mixing well, followed by the shredded carrots and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in flour, cinnamon, nuts, and raisins until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden around the edges but soft in the center. Cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg