Description
These Easy Carrot Cake Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with the warm spices and textures of traditional carrot cake. They’re perfect for quick treats, parties, or on-the-go snacking, with optional add-ins like nuts, raisins, or coconut and a creamy frosting for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely grated carrots
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, raisins, or shredded coconut
- Optional: Cream cheese frosting for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat until well combined.
- Stir in the grated carrots, then gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in any optional add-ins like walnuts, raisins, or coconut.
- Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If desired, frost with cream cheese frosting once the cookies are completely cool.
Notes
- Finely grate fresh carrots for the best texture and moisture.
- Optional add-ins like nuts, raisins, or coconut can enhance texture and flavor.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Freeze baked cookies or cookie dough for up to 3 months.
- If frosted, refrigerate the cookies to preserve the frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
