Description
Delightful cookies with a rich cream cheese filling and the sweetness of carrots.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrots (about 3 medium carrots)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots.
- In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Scoop out cookie dough onto the baking sheet, placing them about 2 inches apart.
- Make a small indentation in the center of each cookie and fill with about 1 tsp of the cream cheese mixture.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American