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Carrot Cake Cookie Sandwiches

Carrot Cake Cookie Sandwiches
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Indulge in the delightful experience of Carrot Cake Cookie Sandwiches—soft, chewy cookies filled with a luscious cream cheese buttercream. These treats beautifully capture the classic flavors of carrot cake while offering a fun, handheld format that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, enjoying a cozy family dessert night, or simply craving a sweet afternoon snack, these cookie sandwiches are sure to impress. With their warm spices and customizable fillings, you can easily adapt this recipe to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy them fresh or prepare ahead for busy schedules; either way, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, browned
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup finely grated carrot (2–3 medium carrots)
  • 1/3 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • For the Cream Cheese Buttercream: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, chilled
  • 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: Brown unsalted butter in a saucepan and combine with sugars and egg. Mix in vanilla.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: Whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture until just combined.
  3. Fold in carrots and coconut: Gently incorporate grated carrots and shredded coconut into the dough.
  4. Bake cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), scoop dough onto baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are golden.
  5. Make buttercream: Beat softened butter and chilled cream cheese until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and mix in vanilla extract and heavy cream until fluffy.
  6. Assemble sandwiches: Spread cream cheese buttercream on one cookie's flat side, top with another cookie flat side down.

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