Carrot cake cookies, because apparently, eating veggies is only acceptable if they’re smothered in sugar and spices. These cookies combine the best of both worlds: the health benefits of carrots and the indulgent taste of cookies.
Forget about baking a full cake; now you can have your carrot cake and eat it too, one cookie at a time. These treats are perfect for when you need to convince yourself that dessert can be a health food—kind of.
Carrot Cake Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup grated carrots about 2 medium carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
- 1/2 cup raisins or currants optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture.
- Stir in grated carrots, nuts, and raisins if using.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Cool on a wire rack.
Notes
Calories: 150
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Use fresh, finely grated carrots for the best flavor and texture.
- Add a dash of vanilla extract for extra depth.
- For a richer taste, consider adding a cream cheese glaze after baking.
Summary of the Recipe
Delicious cookies with the warm spices of carrot cake, featuring a subtle crunch and a hint of sweetness.
Servings of the Recipe
Yields about 24 cookies.
Estimated Cost of the Recipe
Around $8-$12, depending on ingredient quality and local prices.
Prep Time of the Recipe
15 minutes.
Cook Time of the Recipe
12 minutes.
Total Time Taken to Prepare the Recipe
27 minutes.
Which Course Does This Recipe Come Under?
Dessert.
Which Cuisine Does This Recipe Come Under?
American.
What Are All the Equipment That Are Required in This Recipe?
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer (optional)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper (optional)
- Cooling rack
- Grater for carrots
What Are All the Ingredients and Their Quantity That Are Required in This Recipe?
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins or currants (optional)
Instructions in Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture.
- Stir in grated carrots, nuts, and raisins if using.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Cool on a wire rack.
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: 150
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Use fresh, finely grated carrots for the best flavor and texture.
- Add a dash of vanilla extract for extra depth.
- For a richer taste, consider adding a cream cheese glaze after baking.
