These Carrot Cake Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with warm spices, sweet carrots, and a hint of vanilla! They’re the perfect cross between a classic carrot cake and a cookie, making them a great treat for Easter, fall, or anytime you’re craving something cozy and delicious!
🛒 Ingredients
✔ ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (adds richness!) 🧈
✔ ½ cup granulated sugar (for sweetness & crisp edges!) 🍚
✔ ½ cup brown sugar, packed (adds moisture & depth!) 🍯
✔ 1 large egg (helps bind everything together!) 🥚
✔ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (boosts flavor!) 🌿
✔ 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (for the perfect cookie texture!) 🍞
✔ ½ teaspoon baking soda (for a soft, chewy lift!) ✨
✔ ½ teaspoon baking powder (adds extra lightness!) ✨
✔ ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (gives it that warm, spiced flavor!) 🍂
✔ ¼ teaspoon salt (balances sweetness!) 🧂
✔ 1 cup shredded carrots (freshly grated for the best texture!) 🥕
✔ ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) (for crunch!) 🌰
✔ ½ cup raisins (optional) (for extra sweetness!) 🍇
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare the Dough
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Cream the Butter & Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
Mix in egg and vanilla extract, beating until smooth.
3️⃣ Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
4️⃣ Fold in the Carrots & Extras
Gently fold in the shredded carrots, nuts, and raisins (if using).
The dough will be thick and slightly sticky—that’s perfect!
5️⃣ Scoop & Bake!
Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded dough balls onto the baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
6️⃣ (Optional) Cream Cheese Frosting Drizzle
For extra carrot cake flavor, drizzle with cream cheese glaze!
✔ ½ cup cream cheese, softened 🧀
✔ ¼ cup powdered sugar 🍚
✔ ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
✔ 2 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency) 🥛
Whisk together until smooth, then drizzle over cooled cookies!
🍽️ How to Serve These Carrot Cake Cookies
✔ With a Cup of Coffee or Tea ☕
✔ As a Frosted Cookie Sandwich (two cookies with frosting in between!) 🍪
✔ Topped with Extra Nuts or Coconut for added texture! 🥥
🛠️ Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freeze: Freeze unbaked cookie dough balls for up to 3 months—just bake straight from frozen!
Reheat: Warm in the microwave for 10 seconds for a fresh-baked taste!
💖 Why You’ll LOVE This Recipe!
✔ Soft, Chewy & Perfectly Spiced – Like carrot cake in cookie form! 🍪
✔ Easy to Make – Simple ingredients, no fancy steps! ⏳
✔ Customizable – Add nuts, raisins, coconut, or even white chocolate chips! 🌰🍫
✔ Perfect for Any Occasion – A cozy fall treat, Easter dessert, or holiday cookie tray favorite! 🎃🐰🎄
These Carrot Cake Cookies are sweet, soft, and bursting with warm, spiced flavors! Whether you make them plain or drizzle them with cream cheese frosting, they’re an irresistible treat for any time of year! 🥕🍪✨