Description
These irresistible Carrot Cake Cheesecake Cookies combine the warm, spiced flavors of carrot cake with a creamy cheesecake center. With the crunch of chopped pecans and sweet white chocolate chips, these stuffed cookies are the ultimate indulgent treat!
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. -
Cream the Butter and Sugars:
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes). -
Add Eggs and Vanilla:
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined. -
Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. -
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. -
Fold in Carrots, Pecans, and White Chocolate Chips:
Gently fold in the grated carrots, chopped pecans, and white chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough. -
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. -
Assemble the Cookies:
Scoop a tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Add a small spoonful of the cheesecake filling in the center, then top with another tablespoon of cookie dough. Gently press the edges together to seal the filling inside. -
Bake the Cookies:
Place the assembled cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. -
Cool and Serve:
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For the best results, ensure that both the butter and cream cheese are softened at room temperature to create a smooth and creamy dough.
- You can store these cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 250Kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40g