Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare

• • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

• • Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

• • In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.

3. Cream Butter and Sugar

• • In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

• • Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.

4. Combine Wet and Dry

• • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

• • Fold in the shredded carrots, nuts, and raisins if using.

5. Bake the Cookies

• • Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

• • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.

• • Let them cool on a wire rack.

6. Make the Cream Cheese Filling

• • In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

7. Assemble the Sandwiches

• • Spread or pipe a generous amount of cream cheese filling onto the bottom of one cookie.

• • Place another cookie on top to create a sandwich.