Ingredients:
For the Cookies:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup finely shredded carrots
1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the Brown Butter Cream Cheese Frosting:
1/4 cup unsalted butter
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
To Make the Cookies:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, mixing until well combined.
Stir in the shredded carrots, oats, and nuts (if using).
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
To Make the Frosting:
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and cook it until it turns golden brown and smells nutty, about 3–5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
Add the browned butter and mix until combined.
Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
Once the cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe the frosting on top.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 32 minutes
Kcal: Approximately 180 kcal per cookie (based on 20 cookies) | Servings: 20 cookies
