{"id":78324,"date":"2024-03-15T18:24:14","date_gmt":"2024-03-15T18:24:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/15\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2024-03-15T18:24:14","modified_gmt":"2024-03-15T18:24:14","slug":"frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/15\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies | The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"post-intro\">\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-2.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-2.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">These frosted carrot cake cookies taste just like traditional carrot cake but in an easy-to-make cookie form! And it wouldn\u2019t be carrot cake without a generous amount of homemade cream cheese frosting on top. The perfect Spring dessert!<\/p>\n<p>If you love carrot cake, you\u2019ve got to try these frosted carrot cake cookies along with <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-cake-cheesecake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">carrot cake cheesecake<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-cake-quick-bread\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">carrot cake quick bread<\/a>! They\u2019re all so delicious and the perfect desserts to make as the temperatures warm up.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-2-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Frosted carrot cake cookies on a wire rack.\" class=\"wp-image-247175\" title=\"These frosted carrot cake cookies taste just like traditional carrot cake but in an easy-to-make cookie form! And it wouldn't be carrot cake without a generous amount of homemade cream cheese frosting on top. The perfect Spring dessert!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-2-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-carrot-cake-cookie-recipe\">Carrot Cake Cookie Recipe<\/h2>\n<p>Carrot cake lovers rejoice! These cookies are bursting with all the classic <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/carrot-cake-recipe\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">carrot cake<\/a> ingredients: a moist cake base, juicy pineapple, crunchy walnuts, and of course, those melt-in-your-mouth carrots \u2013 but in a convenient, grab-and-go form. These carrot cake cookies are the best Easter dessert and so easy to make!<\/p>\n<p>And let\u2019s not forget the cherry on top, or should I say frosting! <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cream-cheese-frosting\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Homemade cream cheese frosting<\/a> takes these cookies to the next level. Whether it\u2019s for an <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/holiday-recipes\/easter\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Easter<\/a> treat or for when your sweet tooth hits, these cookies are the perfect choice.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cookie-and-frosting-ingredients\">Cookie and Frosting Ingredients<\/h3>\n<p>Simple pantry staples and spices make these frosted carrot cake cookies a hit! Here\u2019s everything you\u2019ll need to whip up the cookies and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cream-cheese-frosting\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">homemade cream cheese frosting<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Flour:<\/strong>\u00a0Gives your cookies structure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking Powder &amp; Baking Soda:<\/strong>\u00a0So your cookies don\u2019t go flat!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt:<\/strong>\u00a0A pinch enhances the flavor of all the other ingredients.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nutmeg &amp; Cinnamon:<\/strong>\u00a0Warm spices that give the cookies that classic carrot cake flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Butter:<\/strong>\u00a0Makes the carrot cake cookies moist and tender.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brown Sugar &amp; Granulated Sugar:<\/strong>\u00a0Both make your cookies nice and sweet, but the brown sugar is what will give your cookies the perfect caramel-y flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla Extract:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/pure-vanilla-extract-2oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-82247489#lnk=sametab\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pure vanilla extract<\/a> adds a touch of sweetness and complexity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eggs:<\/strong>\u00a0Binds the ingredients together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crushed Pineapple<\/strong>: For a touch of tanginess.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shredded Carrots:<\/strong>\u00a0No carrot cake dessert is complete without the carrots! I used shredded.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Raisins:<\/strong>\u00a0Plump, chewy raisins add pops of sweetness and fruitiness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chopped Walnuts (Optional):<\/strong>\u00a0For a nice nutty crunch (feel free to omit them if you prefer nut-free cookies).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cream-cheese-frosting\"><strong>Cream Cheese Frosting<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cream Cheese:<\/strong>\u00a0Softened cream cheese creates a rich and tangy frosting base.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Butter:<\/strong>\u00a0Helps make the frosting smooth and spreadable. Again, you\u2019ll want this to be softened so it mixes together smoothly with the other ingredients.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla Extract:<\/strong>\u00a0Pure vanilla extract enhances the flavor of the frosting.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Powdered Sugar:<\/strong>\u00a0Sweetens the frosting and gives it a smooth texture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt:<\/strong>\u00a0Just a pinch to make it taste better overall!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-carrot-cake-cookie-recipe-with-homemade-frosting\">Carrot Cake Cookie Recipe (With Homemade Frosting!)<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Preheat Oven, Prepare Pans: <\/strong>Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats and set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dry Ingredients: <\/strong>Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and ground cinnamon in a medium-sized bowl. Then set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sugar Mixture: <\/strong>Use an electric or stand mixer to cream together the butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing between each egg.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Mix-Ins: <\/strong>Stir in the crushed pineapple, carrots, and raisins. Stir in dry ingredients. Mix in the chopped nuts if desired.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake: <\/strong>Use a medium cookie scoop to scoop the dough into balls about 2-3 tablespoons each onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between them. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until bottoms are beginning to brown. Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cream Cheese Frosting<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Combine Butter and Cream Cheese: <\/strong>Beat the softened butter and cream cheese on medium speed with a hand mixer or stand mixer for 1-2 minutes, until smooth and creamy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mix in Remaining Ingredients: <\/strong>Add the vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and salt and mix on low until incorporated. Increase the speed to high and beat for a couple of minutes until smooth. You may separate a small amount of frosting to tint green and orange to pipe carrots or just leave it all white. Use a spoon or a knife to spread frosting over each cooled cookie.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"252610\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-252610\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mix together the dry ingredients<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"252609\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-3-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-252609\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cream together the butter, sugars, vanilla, and eggs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"252612\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-4-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-252612\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-4-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-4-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stir in the pineapple, carrots, and raisins<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"252611\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-5-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-252611\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mix in the dry ingredients and fold in the walnuts<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"252608\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-252608\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Make the frosting then separate into bowls if you are adding food coloring<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"919\" data-id=\"252607\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1200x919.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-252607\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1200x919.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-500x383.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-400x306.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-150x115.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Frost and decorate cooled cookies<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-and-tricks\">Tips and Tricks<\/h3>\n<p>A few extra ways to ensure that your carrot cake cookies turn out perfectly!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Shred Your Own Carrots: <\/strong>You can use the pre-shredded carrots from the store, but I find the best texture and flavor comes from large carrots that you shred yourself. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t Overbake Your Cookies!<\/strong> Once the edges start to brown and the tops turn more matte instead of shiny, it\u2019s time to remove them from the oven. You can let them cool on the cookie sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Use Pecans: <\/strong>If you don\u2019t like walnuts but you still want some nuts in your cookies, replace them with toasted chopped pecans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-6-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Top-down view of cookies on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.\" class=\"wp-image-247177\" title=\"These frosted carrot cake cookies taste just like traditional carrot cake but in an easy-to-make cookie form! And it wouldn't be carrot cake without a generous amount of homemade cream cheese frosting on top. The perfect Spring dessert!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-6-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-6-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-6-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-6-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-6-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout cwp-large\"><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-storing-leftover-carrot-cake-cookies\">Storing Leftover Carrot Cake Cookies<\/h3>\n<p>Because of the cream cheese in the frosting, these cookies ought to be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container. They will keep for up to 5 days. Lay them in a single layer, as they will stick to each other if stacked.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-can-these-cookies-be-frozen\">Can These Cookies Be Frozen?<\/h2>\n<p>Yes! The texture of both the cookies and the cream cheese frosting hold up well after being frozen. Pop your cookies in a freezer bag, they\u2019ll stay good for up to 2 months. Just thaw overnight in the fridge before you enjoy them again!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2-2-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"2 frosted carrot cake cookies stacked on top of each other. One has a bite taken out of it.\" class=\"wp-image-247178\" title=\"These frosted carrot cake cookies taste just like traditional carrot cake but in an easy-to-make cookie form! And it wouldn't be carrot cake without a generous amount of homemade cream cheese frosting on top. The perfect Spring dessert!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2-2-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-2-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-best-carrot-cake-treats\">The Best Carrot Cake Treats<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/header>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies-1-2.jpg&amp;description=Frosted Carrot Cake Cookies\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"17559\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/frosted-carrot-cake-cookies\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-85384\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"85384\" data-servings=\"24\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-85384-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"85384\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-85384-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats and set aside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-85384-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and ground cinnamon in a medium-sized bowl. Set aside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-85384-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Use an electric or stand mixer to cream together the butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing between each egg.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-85384-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Stir in the crushed pineapple, carrots, and raisins. Stir in dry ingredients. Mix in the walnuts if desired.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-85384-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Use a medium cookie scoop to scoop the dough into balls about 2-3 tablespoons each onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between them. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until bottoms are beginning to brown. Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Cream Cheese Frosting<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-85384-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Beat the softened butter and cream cheese on medium speed with a hand mixer or stand mixer for 1-2 minutes, until smooth and creamy.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-85384-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and salt and mix on low until incorporated. Increase the speed to high and beat for a couple of minutes until smooth. You may separate a small amount of frosting to tint green and orange to pipe carrots or just leave it all white.  Use a spoon or a knife to spread frosting over each cooled cookie. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Originally posted March 16, 2016<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Updated on March 14, 2024<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">248<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">34<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">12<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">36<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">133<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">146<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">19<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1185<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">40<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p 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