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Carrot Cake Cookies


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Chewy and flavorful carrot cake cookies loaded with butterscotch chips, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine dry ingredients by whisking together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Cream butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Combine the dry ingredients into the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in the grated carrots, old-fashioned oats, and butterscotch chips.
  7. Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden and center feels set.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Consider using raisins or walnuts for extra texture. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: carrot cake cookies, cookies, dessert, baking, butterscotch