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8 Carrot Cake Cookies Perfect For April Snacking

Published: Apr 30, 2025 by Shruthi · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Carrot cake cookies are the kind of snack that just makes sense in April—fresh, a little sweet, and easy to grab when the sun’s out and you’re not in the mood to bake a full cake. These recipes are great for spring days when you want something simple that still feels a little special. Whether you're packing a few for a picnic, sharing them with friends, or just keeping them around for a quick treat, they hit the mark without trying too hard.

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Carrot Cake Cookies. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling

Carrot cake cookies with cream cheese icing filling.
Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

These cookies layer the soft texture of carrot cake with a creamy center that adds just the right contrast. They're great when you want something easy that still feels like a treat during spring.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling

Healthy Carrot Cake Cookies

Healthy Carrot Cake Cookies. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Made with oats, whole wheat flour, raisins, walnuts, lemon zest, and ginger, these cookies come together fast and feel hearty without being too heavy. A solid choice for spring days when you want a cookie that’s not too sweet.
Get the Recipe: Healthy Carrot Cake Cookies

Vegan Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Vegan Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Grated carrots and warm spices shape these vegan cookies, topped with a tangy cream cheese-style frosting. They fit right into a casual spring snack spread without any extra prep.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Carrot Cake Cookie Bars

Carrot Cake Cookie Bars. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

These bars combine a soft carrot and pineapple filling with a crumbly oatmeal base and a cream cheese drizzle. They’re easy to slice and share, making them great for snacking throughout April.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Cake Cookie Bars

Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies

Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Soft and chewy, these cookies skip the refined sugar and come together quickly with ingredients you probably have on hand. A good pick when you want something quick from the oven on a spring afternoon.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies

Paleo Carrot Cake Cookies

Paleo Carrot Cake Cookies. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These cookies pull in classic carrot cake flavors using grain-free ingredients and bring in just a touch of cream cheese flavor. Great for when you're looking for something simple that still hits that cake-like note in April.
Get the Recipe: Paleo Carrot Cake Cookies

Carrot Cake Cookies

Carrot Cake Cookies. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Made with grated carrots, these cookies are soft, fast to bake, and don’t require any complicated steps. They’re a go-to when you're short on time but still want something home-baked this spring.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Cake Cookies

Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

With shredded carrots and cinnamon in every bite, these cookies come out soft and chewy every time. They’re an easy pick for a midday snack when you're craving carrot cake without the full effort.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

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