Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling

Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling

Introduction:

Carrot cake meets the convenience of cookies in this delightful recipe.

These carrot cake cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with the flavors of fresh carrots, spices, and oats.

Sandwiched with a smooth cream cheese filling, they make a perfect treat for carrot cake lovers looking for something a bit different.

Whether for a seasonal gathering, a special treat, or simply to satisfy a sweet tooth, these cookies offer a unique twist on a classic favorite.

Ingredients:

For the Cookies:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

2 cups old-fashioned oats

1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots

1 cup raisins (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 cups powdered sugar, sifted

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Prepare the Cookie Dough:

In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in eggs and vanilla until well combined.

In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and ginger.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Fold in the oats, grated carrots, and raisins if using.

Bake the Cookies:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Make the Cream Cheese Filling:

In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth.

Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until smooth and creamy.

Assemble the Cookies:

Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous amount of cream cheese filling on the flat side of one cookie.

Top with another cookie, pressing down gently to spread the filling to the edges.

Conclusion:

These carrot cake cookies with cream cheese filling are as delicious as they are beautiful.

With the soft, spiced cookie and the rich, creamy filling, they’re sure to be a hit at any event or even as a special treat during a quiet evening at home.

Enjoy baking these scrumptious cookies and the wonderful flavors they bring to your kitchen!