Delicious Carrot Cake Cookies-Stuffed for a Perfect Spring Treat

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Delicious Carrot Cake Cookies-Stuffed, a delightful spring treat featuring sweet roasted carrots and creamy filling.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 20

Chilling Time 1

Total Time 1 50

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Baked

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

9 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness and flavor; substitute with margarine if dairy-free.
¼ cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness; can substitute with coconut sugar for a deeper flavor.
½ cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture and a hint of caramel flavor; light or dark brown sugar works interchangeably.
1 large Egg Acts as a binder; can replace with a flax egg for vegan option.
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice; can use pumpkin spice as an alternative.
½ teaspoon Ground Ginger Contributes warmth; fresh ginger can also be used.
½ teaspoon Nutmeg Enhances the overall flavor; omit for a milder taste.
½ teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent for lift.
¼ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness; use sea salt for a refined flavor.
1½ teaspoons Vanilla Extract Adds aromatic sweetness; non-alcoholic vanilla can be used.
3 medium Carrots Provides moisture and texture; pre-grated can be used.
½ cup Spiced Pecans Adds crunch; optional, can substitute walnuts or omit.
⅓ cup Shredded Sweetened Coconut Introduces subtle sweetness; unsweetened is a suitable substitute.
1¼ cups All-Purpose Flour Structure of the cookies; substitute with gluten-free flour for GF option.
¾ cup Instant Oats Adds texture, absorbs moisture for chewiness; use rolled oats as alternative.

For the Cream Cheese Filling

8 ounces Cream Cheese Provides creaminess; ensure it's softened.
½ cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the filling; adjust to your preferred sweetness level.
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds flavor; opt for non-alcoholic if needed.
1 tablespoon Orange Zest Infuses a refreshing flavor; lemon zest can be an alternative.

Equipment

Oven
Mixing Bowl
whisk
Baking Sheet
Parchment Paper
Refrigerator

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chewy Carrot Cake Cookies with Orange Cream Cheese Filling

Prepare Orange Cream Cheese Filling: Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest in a bowl until smooth. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Roast Carrots: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread grated carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for about 20 minutes until caramelized.
Make Cookie Dough: Combine cooled brown butter with sugars and salt. Mix until smooth. Add egg, spices, and vanilla. Gradually fold in flour, baking soda, carrots, coconut, oats, and pecans.
Chill Dough: Scoop cookie dough into balls and chill for at least 1 hour.
Bake Cookies: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Arrange dough balls on a baking sheet. Bake for 14-16 minutes. Allow to cool on the baking sheet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze for up to three months. Thawing instructions available.

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