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Carrot Cake Cookie Sandwiches

Carrot Cake Cookie Sandwiches

Approx. Time:
20 min prep • 12 min cook • 32 min total
Servings:
12 sandwiches

A Little Bite of Comfort, Made with Love

I’ll be honest—these little sandwich cookies are dangerous. Like, “hide them from yourself” kind of dangerous. 😅 Think all the cozy vibes of carrot cake, but in a soft, chewy cookie with creamy, dreamy filling in the middle. You get warm spices, sweet carrots, a little crunch from the pecans… and then that classic cream cheese filling that makes everything feel just a little extra.

As a private chef and single mom, I’m always juggling—work, parenting, creating content, cooking for clients… life moves fast. But this recipe reminds me to slow down, even just for a moment. It’s one of those simple, feel-good desserts that doesn’t need a special occasion. But if you’re making these for Easter, spring brunch, or a tea party—you’ll look like you went all out. Secret: they’re actually super easy to make. 😉

I love recipes like this because they feel nostalgic. Carrot cake is one of those classic desserts that makes people light up. And turning it into a sandwich cookie? That’s just fun. It’s a little unexpected, a little playful, and totally delicious.

And if you’re like me—up at 4 a.m., squeezing in a workout before packing lunches and running to clients—you deserve a treat that hits just right. These cookies are soft but sturdy, full of texture and flavor, and they hold up beautifully even if you make them ahead. (I’m big on prepping ahead whenever I can!)

Whether you’re baking with your kids, gifting a few to your neighbors, or sneaking one after a long day—this recipe delivers. It’s comfort in cookie form. And every bite feels like a small reward. You’ve earned it. ❤️

Ingredient List

For the Cookies:

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • Chopped pecans (for topping)

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups of powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Make the Cookies:

  1. Preheat Oven: to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  1. Cream Butter & Sugars: Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  1. Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in egg and vanilla, then fold in shredded carrots.
  1. Dry Mix: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  1. Combine: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet. Mix until just combined.
  1. Scoop: Use a tablespoon or small scoop to place dough on a baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  1. Top: Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
  1. Bake: 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool on a wire rack.

Make the Cream Cheese Filling:

  1. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  1. Gradually mix in powdered sugar until fluffy.
  1. Stir in vanilla extract.

Assemble:

  1. Transfer filling to a piping bag (or zip-top bag with the tip snipped).
  1. Pipe onto the flat side of a cookie and sandwich with another.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Sandwich Cookie:

  • Calories: 349
  • Protein: 3.4g
  • Fat: 15.8g
  • Carbs: 49.3g
  • Fiber: 0.8g
  • Sugar: 38.6g
  • Sodium: 204mg

💬 Nutritional values are estimates and can vary depending on brands and specific ingredients used. For more precise tracking, consider using a food scale and your preferred nutrition calculator.