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Irresistible Carrot Cake Cheesecake Cookie Recipe for Easy Indulgence

Irresistible Carrot Cake Cheesecake Cookie Recipe

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This Irresistible Carrot Cake Cheesecake Cookie Recipe combines the flavors of carrot cake and cheesecake in an easy-to-make cookie.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs and vanilla to the butter mixture and blend well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until fully combined.
  6. Fold in the grated carrots, walnuts, and raisins if using.
  7. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a baking sheet and make a small indentation in the center of each.
  9. Fill each indentation with the cream cheese mixture.
  10. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  11. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add more spices or a dash of vanilla to the cream cheese filling.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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