Sweet Maple Sweet Potato Cookies: Homemade Delight
Easy Homemade Maple Sweet Potato Cookie Recipe for Everyone
Enjoy these wholesome and incredibly delicious sweet potato cookies, perfect for a healthy treat. Their light sweetness and tender texture make them wonderfully easy to enjoy.
Essential Ingredients- 180g cake flour (sifted)
- 100g boiled sweet potato (peeled and mashed)
- 120g maple syrup (for a natural, healthy sweetness)
- 60g unsalted butter (softened at room temperature)
- 1 large egg yolk
- 30g chopped almonds (for added texture and nuttiness)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start with a creamy cookie dough! In a bowl, place the 60g of softened unsalted butter. Using a hand mixer or a whisk, cream the butter until it becomes light and fluffy, resembling a smooth cream.
Step 2
Once the butter is well-creamed, gradually pour in the 120g of maple syrup. Mix thoroughly until the syrup is fully incorporated into the butter, creating a smooth, emulsified mixture. Avoid separation by mixing well.
Step 3
Add the 1 large egg yolk to bind the dough. Whisk it gently until it’s well combined with the butter and syrup mixture. Ensure the yolk is evenly distributed throughout, making the mixture smooth.
Step 4
For the cookies’ signature moistness and health benefits, add 100g of mashed boiled sweet potato. Make sure it’s finely mashed using a fork or potato masher. Stir this into the butter-maple-yolk mixture until it’s well incorporated. It’s important to mash out any lumps for a uniform dough.
Step 5
Add the 180g of sifted cake flour and 30g of chopped almonds to the bowl. Using a spatula or your hands, gently mix until just combined and no dry flour streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough cookies.
Step 6
Now, let’s shape the dough. Lay a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper on your work surface. Place the cookie dough on top, then cover it with another sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Gently roll out the dough with a rolling pin to an even thickness of about 1cm. Aim for a neat, rectangular shape.
Step 7
To make the dough easier to handle and cut, chill it in the freezer for about 30 minutes until firm. Once the dough is firm, use cookie cutters or a knife to create your desired shapes. This is a fun step to do with children!
Step 8
The final step! Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (350°F). Arrange the shaped cookie dough pieces inside and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning and adjust the time as needed. Once baked, let them cool completely on a wire rack for the best crispy texture.
