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Carrot Cake Cookies

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • Cream cheese frosting for topping
  • Salted caramel for drizzling

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • In another bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  • Fold in the grated carrots and chopped pecans.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Let cool before frosting with cream cheese frosting and drizzling with salted caramel.