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Ube Cookies

A pile of vibrant purple Ube cookies with a cracked surface on a white plate.
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Soft and chewy purple yam cookies made with ube halaya or extract, perfect for holidays and bake sales.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp ube extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and ube extract, mixing well.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined.
  6. Fold in the ube halaya until evenly distributed.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For a stronger ube flavor, add an extra 1/2 tsp of ube extract.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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Find it online: https://gourmetgaze.com/soft-chewy-ube-cookies-recipe/