Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookie Sandwiches with Cream Cheese Frosting

These Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookie Sandwiches are the perfect mix. Made with oats, maple syrup, and real grated carrots, but leveled up with that rich, tangy frosting you know and love from classic carrot cake. They’re like little bites of dessert heaven, and the best part? The recipe makes 8 perfect sandwich cookies (16 individual cookies), just enough to share… or not.

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Homemade carrot cake cookies with creamy icing filling, freshly baked on a tray lined with parchment paper, ready to delight any sweet tooth.

If you’re a fan of carrot cake (and let’s be honest, who isn’t?), then you’re going to love these Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookie Sandwiches. They take everything you adore about classic carrot cake, the sweet spice, the hearty carrots, the creamy frosting — and tuck it into a soft, chewy oatmeal cookie. Sandwich two of those together? It’s basically carrot cake heaven, to-go.

Perfect for spring gatherings, Easter dessert tables, bake sales, or just a cozy afternoon treat. And even better: they’re naturally sweetened!

Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookie Sandwiches with Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients:

• Yield: 16 cookies (8 cookie sandwiches)

  Cookie Ingredients

  • 2 cups organic oats (160g)

  • 1½ cups organic unbleached all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour (180g)

  • 3 tsp baking powder (12g)

  • 3 tsp ground cinnamon (8g)

  • ¼ tsp salt (1g)

  • ¼ cup coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted (56g)

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract (10g)

  • 1 cup pure maple syrup or honey (240g)

  • 1½ cups grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots, peeled) (135g)

  • Optional: ½ cup raisins or chopped nuts (60g)

  Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 3 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, room temperature, (42g)

  • 1 cup Full-Fat Cream Cheese, room temperature, (227g)

  • 4 Tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup, (84g)

  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

  • ¼ teaspoon Fine Sea Salt

Directions:

1. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in melted butter/oil, eggs, vanilla, and maple syrup. Fold in grated carrots and any optional add-ins. Chill for at least 30 minutes.

2. Bake the Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough into 16 evenly sized balls. Flatten slightly, then bake for 12–15 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack.

3. Make the Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add vanilla, salt, and maple syrup, beat until light and fluffy.

4. Assemble the Sandwiches: Match cookies into pairs. Spread or pipe frosting onto one cookie, then top with its match. Chill for 15–30 minutes for best texture.

Scoops of carrot cake cookie dough are neatly arranged on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ready to be baked.

Helpful Notes for Success

1. Gluten-Free Option:

   Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend (with xanthan gum) in place of all-purpose flour. Make sure your oats are certified gluten-free too.

   
   

   Vegan Option:

   Replace eggs with flax eggs: 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water. Let sit 5–10 minutes to gel.

   Use dairy-free cream cheese and plant-based butter for the frosting.

   
   

   Sweetness Adjustment:

   These cookies are naturally sweetened with maple syrup. If you prefer less sweet treats, reduce the syrup by 1–2 tbsp — just note the texture may be slightly drier.

   
   

   Chill Time = Thicker Cookies:

   Chilling the dough is key to avoiding flat cookies. It also deepens the flavor and improves texture.

   
   

   Storage:

   Store assembled cookie sandwiches in the fridge (airtight container) for up to 4–5 days.

   Freeze unassembled cookies and frosting separately for up to 1 month. Assemble after thawing.

These carrot cake cookie sandwiches offer a delightful combination of classic flavors and sweet indulgence. Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a festive gathering, a cozy afternoon treat, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, they will fill your kitchen with the inviting aroma of spices, cream cheese frosting, and freshly baked cookies — and they taste even better than they smell.

Freshly baked carrot cake cookies are being sandwiched with creamy frosting, creating a delightful homemade treat perfect for any occasion.

The Recipe:

Did you try making these Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookie Sandwiches with Cream Cheese Frosting? We’d love to see your creations! Tag us on Instagram at Thesproutinghomestead or leave a comment below to let us know how they turned out. Happy snacking!