Description
Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these Easy Sweet Potato Cheesecake Cookies, blending the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the comforting warmth of sweet potatoes.
Ingredients
– 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 1 medium sweet potato)
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 egg
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp baking powder
– 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
1. – Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. – In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
3. – Add the mashed sweet potatoes, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
4. – In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
5. – Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
6. – Scoop the dough by the tablespoonful onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. – Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. – Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a sweeter cookie, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of brown sugar to the dough. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Snacks & Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American