Description
Indulge in these delightful Ube Cookies, featuring a rich purple hue and a unique flavor profile. Soft, chewy, and packed with sweetness, these cookies are perfect for any occasion and are sure to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup ube powder (or ube halaya for a richer flavor)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, macadamia nuts recommended)
Instructions
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ube powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Dry Ingredients into Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Add-ins: If desired, fold in the white chocolate chips and chopped nuts.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Baking Sheets: Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop the Dough: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked.
- Cool the Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store the Cookies: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve with milk or coffee and enjoy the vibrant flavors!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider using ube halaya instead of ube powder.
- Customize your cookies with different add-ins to suit your taste.
- Dont Skip Chilling: Chilling the dough is key to achieving the right texture. It helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
- Experiment with Add-ins: Feel free to customize your cookies with different add-ins like dried fruits or other types of chocolate chips for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes