Best 2 Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies Recipes

Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with our delectable Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. These soft and chewy cookies are bursting with the sweet and spicy notes of carrot cake, enhanced by a luscious cream cheese frosting. Our collection of recipes provides two irresistible variations: a classic Frosted Carrot Cake Cookie recipe that captures the essence of traditional carrot cake, and a unique Orange-Scented Frosted Carrot Cake Cookie recipe that adds a vibrant citrus twist. Both versions promise a delightful experience, satisfying your sweet cravings and leaving you wanting more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

FROSTED CARROT CAKE COOKIES

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I took my favorite carrot cake recipe and slightly tweaked it to make cookies. Just like the cake, the yummy bites are filled with shredded carrot, pineapple and raisins-and topped with a homemade cream cheese frosting. -Lawrence Earl, Sumner, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 medium carrot, shredded
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained and patted dry
1/2 cup golden raisins
FROSTING:
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk
Toasted chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in carrot, pineapple and raisins., Drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes or until light brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to reach a spreading consistency. Frost cookies. If desired, sprinkle with walnuts. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Freeze option: Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets; freeze until firm. Transfer to airtight freezer containers; return to freezer. To use, bake cookies as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

FROSTED CARROT CAKE COOKIES

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This recipe for frosted carrot cake cookies is a favorite of our nursing home residents.

Provided by FAHLSTROM

Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 13

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
⅓ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 large egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup shredded carrot
½ cup raisins
⅓ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup crushed pineapple
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup honey

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets.
Whisk flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl.
Beat butter, white sugar, and brown sugar together in another bowl until creamy. Add egg and vanilla extract; continue mixing until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Mix in carrots, raisins, walnuts, and pineapple at low speed. Add flour mixture; beat until just combined.
Drop 1 1/2 tablespoons of batter at a time onto the prepared baking sheets, 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned and springy to the touch, 12 to 16 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely, about 30 minutes more.
Blend cream cheese and honey together in a food processor or with an electric mixer until smooth. Sandwich flat sides of cooled cookies together with a generous tablespoon of cream cheese filling in between.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 204.2 mg, Sugar 17.6 g

Tips:

Use fresh carrots for the best flavor and texture.
Grate the carrots finely so that they blend well into the cookie dough.
Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking, as this will help the cookies hold their shape.
Bake the cookies until they are just set, as overbaking will make them dry.
Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them.
Use a cream cheese frosting for a classic carrot cake flavor.
Decorate the cookies with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or grated carrot for a festive touch.

Conclusion:

Frosted carrot cake cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are moist, flavorful, and have a beautiful carrot cake flavor. With their cream cheese frosting and festive decorations, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a special cookie to bake, give these frosted carrot cake cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!