Sweet Potato Honeybun Cookies Recipe – Easy Dessert Treats
Hello, fellow cookie lovers! Are you ready to try a dessert that’s both comforting and uniquely delicious? Today, I’m sharing a recipe forSweet Potato Honeybun Cookies—a treat that combines the rich, earthy flavor of sweet potatoes with the sweet, spiced goodness of honeybuns. Whether you’re a fan of seasonal desserts or simply looking to try something new, these cookies will become a favorite in no time!
Ingredients
- For the Cookies:
- For the Frosting:
- For the Topping:
- Substitutions:
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is key to getting a soft, airy texture in your cookies.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until combined, then stir in the mashed sweet potatoes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want the dough to stay light and airy.
- Using a tablespoon, scoop out dough and drop it onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies cool, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, frost each one with the prepared frosting.
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans and a touch of orange zest for a burst of flavor and a lovely visual touch.
Notes
Sweet Potato Prep:For the best texture, make sure your sweet potatoes are well mashed, with no lumps. You can microwave them to soften them quickly before mashing.
Make-Ahead:You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 2 days. Just allow it to come to room temperature before baking.
Adjust Sweetness:Depending on your sweetness preference, you can slightly increase the sugar or add a bit of maple syrup for a unique flavor twist.