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Crumbl Carrot Cake Cookies | Easy Copycat Bakery Recipe

Crumbl Carrot Cake Cookies | Easy Copycat Bakery Recipe

Samantha Jones
Bakery-style soft cookies with tangy cream cheese frosting and pecans, balanced for spice, moisture, and texture. Features tender centers, crisped edges, and a rich finish perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Grated carrots (approx. 1 cup, 8-10 oz)
  • Cream cheese frosting (recipe below)
  • Chopped pecans (for topping)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  • Whisk eggs at medium speed until light and fluffy
  • Add granulated and brown sugars; mix until combined
  • Blend in vanilla extract
  • In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to egg mixture in three additions, mixing until just combined
  • Fold in grated carrots (chilled beforehand)
  • Cover dough and refrigerate for 6-8 hours
  • Portion dough into 100g balls
  • Place on baking sheets 3 inches apart
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set
  • Cool cookies on sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks
  • Prepare cream cheese frosting after baking, then pipe onto cooled cookies and top with chopped pecans

Notes

Chilling dough is crucial to prevent spreading
Use room temperature ingredients for uniform mixing
Frosting ingredients not listed per recipe restrictions
Store cookies in airtight containers for up to 5 days
Best when chilled and baked in batches

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g
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