Vickys Carrot Cake Sandwich Cookies Recipe

Name: Vickys Carrot Cake Sandwich Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 360 grams (2 & 1/2 cups) plain or gluten-free flour; 90 grams (1 cup) quick oats; 1 1/2 tsp baking soda / bicarb; 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground ginger; 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg; 1/2 tsp xanthan gum if using gluten-free flour; 1/4 tsp salt; 225 grams (1 cup) butter, softened; 200 grams granulated sugar; 240 grams (1 cup) packed light brown sugar; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 130 grams (2 & 1/2 cup) finely grated carrot, around 2 medium sized carrots; 130 grams (1 cup) chopped pecans

Servings: persons

360 grams (2 & 1/2 cups) plain or gluten-free flour
90 grams (1 cup) quick oats
1 1/2 tsp baking soda / bicarb
3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp xanthan gum if using gluten-free flour
1/4 tsp salt
225 grams (1 cup) butter, softened
200 grams granulated sugar
240 grams (1 cup) packed light brown sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
130 grams (2 & 1/2 cup) finely grated carrot, around 2 medium sized carrots
130 grams (1 cup) chopped pecans

1
Whisk together the flour, quick oats, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt and xanthan gum if using
2
In another bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla
3
Add the flour gradually until it's all cut in
4
Mix in the carrots and pecans then cover the bowl and chill the dough in the fridge for at least 60 minutes, 90 is really best to stop them spreading out so much
5
Preheat oven to gas 4 / 180C / 350F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper
6
Spoon a heaped tablespoon of dough per cookie onto the baking sheets, spacing the cookies at least 2 inches apart.
7
You'll need to do this in batches so leave the unused dough in the fridge until needed
8
Bake for 15 - 18 minutes then let cool on the tray until you can peel them off the parchment paper
9
Once cooled, sandwich two cookies together with a buttercream or cream cheese filling.
10
My basic buttercream recipe is 150g butter (I use Vitalite sunflower spread or gold foil Stork brand margarine) to 350g icing / powdered sugar and a dash each of vanilla extract and milk to thin to spreading consistency
11
Store in an airtight container
12
Here are a few of my other sandwich cookie recipes

1490

kcal

Calories

Fat

202

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 360 grams (2 & 1/2 cups) plain or gluten-free flour, 90 grams (1 cup) quick oats, 1 1/2 tsp baking soda / bicarb, 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Vickys Carrot Cake Sandwich Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vickys Carrot Cake Sandwich Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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