Desserts
Brown Sugar Sweet Potato Cookies
Chewy brown sugar cookies studded with mashed sweet potato and warm baking spices, finished with a simple orange glaze.
These cookies started as a way to use up a extra baked sweet potato and turned into a fall staple in our test kitchen. The mashed sweet potato keeps the crumb soft for days while the cinnamon and ginger give every bite a cozy, spiced lift.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato, cooled
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
Instructions
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1
Cream butter and sugarBeat the butter and brown sugar together until fluffy, then mix in the mashed sweet potato, egg yolk, and vanilla until fully combined.
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Combine dry ingredientsWhisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and salt. Fold into the sweet potato mixture just until no dry streaks remain.
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Chill brieflyCover the dough and chill for 20 minutes to firm it up for easier scooping.
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Scoop and bakeDrop rounded tablespoons of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart, and bake at 350°F for 11 to 13 minutes until set at the edges.
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Glaze and serveWhisk the powdered sugar and orange juice into a smooth glaze, then drizzle it over the cooled cookies before serving.
Okra & Oak Tip
Bake the sweet potato instead of boiling it for a drier, more concentrated mash that keeps the cookies from turning gummy.
Storage
Keep glazed cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days due to the moist crumb.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, just be sure it is plain puree with no added spices or sugar, and drain any excess liquid first.
They are similar in texture but sweeter and earthier, with a distinct sweet potato flavor that the orange glaze brightens.
Nutrition
Per serving. Values are estimates.
178
Calories
2g
Protein
28g
Carbs
7g
Fat
