Description
Delightful cookies combining the essence of moist carrot cake with creamy cheesecake filling for a nostalgic treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ginger
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Using a mixer, beat until smooth and creamy. Scoop the mixture into small balls, about 1 teaspoon each, and place them on a plate. Freeze for approximately 30 minutes.
- Make the Cookie Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Crack in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Add the Mix-ins: Gently fold in the grated carrots, oats, and if desired, the chopped walnuts and raisins. Make sure everything is evenly distributed.
- Assemble the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it slightly. Place a frozen cheesecake ball in the center and wrap the dough around it, pinching the edges to seal.
- Bake the Cookies: Arrange on a lined baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Bake for approximately 13–15 minutes, until edges are golden and centers set.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Notes
For best results, ensure ingredients are at room temperature. Can add pecans or other spices for variation.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg