Delicious Ube Cookie Recipe: Sweet and Colorful Filipino Treats You’ll Love

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Ube, a vibrant purple yam native to the Philippines, is a beloved ingredient in many Filipino desserts. Its unique flavor and striking color have made it a popular

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choice for sweet treats around the world. One delicious way to enjoy ube is through cookies.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mashed ube (about 1 large ube)
• 1/4 cup ube extract (optional)
• Ube halaya (ube jam), for filling

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the wet ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Combine the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Add the ube: Stir in the mashed ube and ube extract (if using) until incorporated.
6. Shape the cookies: Scoop out rounded tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between them.
7. Fill the cookies (optional): If desired, make an indentation in the center of each cookie and fill with ube halaya.
8. Bake the cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips:

• For a stronger ube flavor, increase the amount of ube extract.
• If you don't have ube halaya, you can substitute it with a spoonful of ube jam or ube ice cream.
• To make these cookies vegan, substitute the butter with vegan butter and the egg with a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water).

Conclusion:

These ube cookies are a delightful treat that captures the essence of Filipino cuisine. The vibrant purple color and sweet, nutty flavor of ube make them a unique and delicious addition to any cookie jar. Whether you're a fan of Filipino desserts or simply looking for a new baking adventure, these ube cookies are sure to impress.