Table of Contents
- Key Takeaways
- Why These Cream Cheese-Stuffed Cookies Are a Dessert Dream
- Behind Betty’s Oven: The Story of These Cookies
- How Dessert Recipes Can Be Fun and Easy
- Perfecting the Filling: Cream Cheese Secrets
- Quick and Easy Dessert Recipes That Feel Gourmet
- Tips from Betty’s Kitchen
Key Takeaways
These cream cheese-stuffed carrot cake cookies are soft, chewy, and absolutely irresistible. With a surprise cream cheese center, they combine everything you love about carrot cake in a convenient cookie form. They’re quick and easy to make, and perfect for dessert recipes that wow without much effort.
Why These Cream Cheese-Stuffed Cookies Are a Dessert Dream
There’s something magical about the combination of sweet spiced carrot cake and smooth cream cheese filling. At Betty Cooks, we believe dessert recipes should feel indulgent without being complicated. That’s why these cookies, which are part of our favorite dessert recipes, are a go-to for any occasion—from a cozy afternoon snack to an eye-catching party treat.
Behind Betty’s Oven: The Story of These Cookies
This recipe was born out of a love for all things creamy, sweet, and nostalgic. Betty from Betty Cooks wanted to capture the comforting taste of classic carrot cake and make it more accessible and portable. The result? A cookie that’s stuffed, soft, and addictively delicious.
How Dessert Recipes Can Be Fun and Easy
One of the best parts about this recipe is how approachable it is. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just getting started, you’ll love how these cookies use everyday ingredients. They’re one of those sweet easy recipes that come together quickly but taste like you spent hours in the kitchen. It’s a dessert recipe you’ll want to keep in your back pocket.
Perfecting the Filling: Cream Cheese Secrets
The heart of these cookies is the cream cheese center. Mixing powdered sugar into the cream cheese makes it smooth, sweet, and firm enough to hold its shape when baked. If you love cream cheese recipes, this one delivers that tangy richness in every bite.
Quick and Easy Dessert Recipes That Feel Gourmet
We’re big fans of quick and easy recipes at Betty Cooks. These cookies check every box: minimal prep, simple ingredients, and a stunning result. They’re the kind of food receipt easy recipes everyone asks for after the first bite. Add them to your list of cookies easy recipes for the holidays, weekends, or any time your sweet tooth calls.
Tips from Betty’s Kitchen
Don’t skip chilling the cream cheese filling—it makes assembling the cookies much easier. Also, a cookie scoop ensures even portions. Want to make them ahead? These cookies freeze beautifully! From the easy recipes archive at Betty Cooks, this dessert recipe is as reliable as it is delicious.
Cream Cheese-Stuffed Carrot Cake Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup finely grated carrot
- 1/3 cup quick oats
- 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until combined.
- Stir in grated carrots, oats, nuts, and raisins.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Chill to firm up slightly.
- Scoop 1 tbsp of dough and flatten slightly. Add 1 tsp of cream cheese filling in the center and top with another tbsp of dough. Seal edges.
- Place filled cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden. Cool on wire rack before serving.
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