Description
Delight in the delicious fusion of sweet carrots and creamy cheesecake with these irresistible Carrot Cheesecake Cookies, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated fresh carrots
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in eggs and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture, then add grated carrots without overmixing.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges but soft in the center. Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor, consider adding chopped walnuts or raisins.
- To maintain shape during baking, chill the dough for about 30 minutes before scooping onto the baking sheet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 35g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg