Description
These delicious carrot cake cookies combine the comforting flavors of traditional carrot cake into a soft, chewy, and portable treat. Perfect for snacking or sharing at gatherings, they feature warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, with optional additions of walnuts and raisins. A quick and easy dessert that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup grated carrots (about 1 medium carrot)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots, walnuts, and raisins (if using).
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.
- Freeze the dough by rolling it into balls and storing them in a freezer-safe bag. Bake from frozen with an additional 1-2 minutes of baking time.
- Add shredded coconut or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
