Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Spiced Crumbl Carrot Cake Cookies Copycat Recipe. These tender, chewy cookies combine the essence of classic carrot cake with a warm blend of spices, making them perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to cozy evenings at home. Each cookie is topped with creamy cream cheese frosting and sprinkled with crunchy pecans, ensuring a satisfying treat for all dessert lovers. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, these cookies are sure to become a cherished favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup freshly shredded carrots
- 4 ounces full fat cream cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Beat softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy.
- Mix in egg yolk, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices; gradually add to wet ingredients.
- Fold in shredded carrots gently until combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet; flatten slightly.
- Bake for about 12 minutes until set around edges but soft in center. Cool completely before frosting.
- For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter together; add vanilla and powdered sugar until smooth. Frost cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg