Introducing a delectable treat for all the sweet potato enthusiasts out there – Sweet Potato-Pecan Cookies! 🍠🍪 Perfect for those cozy winter nights or as a delightful addition to your Christmas or Thanksgiving spread, these drop cookies are bursting with flavor and wholesome goodness.
With just 15 minutes of baking time and 20 minutes of prep, these cookies come together in a total of 35 minutes, making them a quick and easy dessert option that’s sure to impress. Each bite is filled with the comforting flavors of sweet potato, warm spices, and crunchy pecans, creating a delightful symphony of textures and tastes.
Let’s dive into the recipe and whip up a batch of these irresistible cookies:
Sweet Potato-Pecan Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg; set aside.
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In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg, mashed sweet potatoes, vanilla extract, and orange zest until well combined.
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Gradually add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
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Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Lightly butter or spray three cookie sheets with Pam or cooking spray.
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Drop the cookie batter by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared sheets, leaving about 1 1/2 inches of space between each cookie.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown and set.
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Remove from the oven and transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
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Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.
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For an optional glaze, mix together 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar and 2 tablespoons of orange juice until smooth.
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Spread the glaze over the warm cookies and allow it to set before serving.
These Sweet Potato-Pecan Cookies are guaranteed to become a new favorite in your household. Whether enjoyed with a cup of hot cocoa on a chilly evening or shared with loved ones during holiday gatherings, they’re sure to bring smiles all around. So, gather your ingredients and let’s get baking! 🥄🍠🍪
