Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling

Ingredients and Weight:

• Carrots: 200 grams (about 2 large carrots)
• All-purpose flour: 2 cups
• Brown sugar: 1 cup
• Unsalted butter: 100 grams (1 stick)
• Cream cheese: 200 grams
• Egg: 2 large
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
• Raisins or walnuts (optional): 100 grams

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 20 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Peel and shred the carrots into small pieces.
3. In a bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon.
4. In another bowl, cream the butter and cream cheese together until smooth.
5. Add the eggs one by one and mix well after each addition.
6. Stir in the carrot pieces and, if desired, add the raisins or walnuts.
7. Drop the cookie dough by rounded spoonfuls onto an ungreased baking sheet.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Let cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 cookies)

• Calories: Approx. 300 calories per cookie (depending on ingredients used)
• Fat: Approx. 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: Approx. 40 grams
• Protein: Approx. 4 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Unique combination of carrot cake and cookies, offering the best of both worlds.
• Creamy and rich filling provides a contrast to the slightly spicy carrot cake flavor.
• Great for any occasion, especially as a dessert or snack.

User Comments:

1. "These cookies are amazing! The combination of carrot cake and cream cheese is a genius idea." - John Doe
2. "I love how these cookies are not only delicious but also quite healthy." - Jane Smith
3. "These cookies are perfect for a small snack or as a dessert with a cup of coffee." - Michael Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure that the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth consistency.
• Adjust the amount of carrots based on desired sweetness and texture.
• For a more authentic carrot cake flavor, add some orange zest or orange juice to the cookie dough.