My Secret Sweet Potato Cookies
These soft and chewy Sweet Potato Cookies are a delightful twist on classic cookies. Made with mashed sweet potatoes, warm spices, and a hint of vanilla, they are perfect for a cozy treat!
Equipment
- Electric mixer for blending dough
- Baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- Cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies
- Oven preheated to 350°F
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes cooked and cooled
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and mashed sweet potatoes, mixing until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Use a cookie scoop to drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Optional Equipment: A wire rack for cooling cookies evenly.
- Customization: Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Serving Tip: Enjoy with a glass of milk or a cup of hot tea.
Nutrition
Serving: 130Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
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