Sweet Potato Pie Cookies
Delightful cookies blending the comforting flavors of traditional sweet potato pie into a hand-held treat, soft and scrumptious for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (cooked and cooled)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for topping) Chopped nuts are optional for extra texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat until fluffy and well combined.
- Add the mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the sweet potato mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Baking
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a couple of inches apart.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts on top of each cookie before baking.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Sweet potato pie cookies can be paired with whipped cream, ice cream, or enjoyed with coffee or tea. Enhance the flavor with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.