Nutty Sweet Potato Harvest Cookies
These Nutty Sweet Potato Harvest Cookies are a delightful blend of wholesome ingredients that create a moist and flavorful treat. Inspired by a classic recipe from the Betty Crocker Cookies Brownies & Bars booklet, these cookies are not only healthy but also rich in nutrients. Made with naturally sweet sweet potatoes and packed with oats, whole wheat flour, and a dash of cinnamon, they are the perfect guilt-free snack or dessert. The addition of ground flaxseed and wheat germ boosts their nutritional profile, making them a fantastic choice for both kids and adults. Enjoy these cookies fresh from the oven, knowing you're indulging in a treat that's as good for you as it is delicious!
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Servings
40
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
sugar or sucanat
1 cup (measure)
mashed cooked sweet potato
1 cup (cook and mash)
margarine
1/2 cup (melt)
egg
1 large (beat)
oatmeal
2 cups (measure)
whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
1 cup (measure)
ground flaxseed meal
1/4 cup (measure)
wheat germ
3 tablespoons (measure)
ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon (measure)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (measure)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (measure)
ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon (measure)
all-purpose apple
1 large (finely chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Prepare a cookie sheet by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray or lining it with parchment paper.
3
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the sugar (or sucanat), mashed sweet potato, melted margarine, and egg on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
4
Gradually stir in the oats, whole wheat flour, ground flaxseed, wheat germ, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, ground cloves, and finely chopped apple until fully incorporated.
5
Using a tablespoon, scoop the dough and drop it onto the prepared cookie sheet, ensuring each scoop is placed about 2 inches apart.
6
Gently flatten each cookie with the back of the spoon to ensure they spread evenly during baking.
7
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes, or until they are firm to the touch and no indentation remains when lightly pressed.
8
Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your healthy harvest cookies warm!
Nutrition Information
1.8g
Fat
5.7g
Carbs
0.71g
Protein
0.67g
Fiber
0.71g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Nutty Sweet Potato Harvest Cookies?
Nutty Sweet Potato Harvest Cookies are a moist and flavorful treat made with wholesome ingredients like sweet potatoes, oats, and apples.
What temperature should the oven be set to for these cookies?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
How do I prepare the cookie sheet?
Prepare the cookie sheet by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray or lining it with parchment paper.
What are the main wet ingredients in this recipe?
The main wet ingredients include sugar or sucanat, mashed cooked sweet potato, melted margarine, and one large egg.
What type of flour can I use for these cookies?
You can use either whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour.
What nutritional boosters are added to the dough?
The recipe includes ground flaxseed meal and wheat germ for added nutrients.
Which spices provide the harvest flavor?
Ground cinnamon and ground cloves are used to provide the warm harvest spice profile.
Is there fruit in the Nutty Sweet Potato Harvest Cookies?
Yes, the recipe includes one large finely chopped all-purpose apple.
How should I mix the ingredients?
Beat the wet ingredients first until smooth, then gradually stir in the dry ingredients and chopped apple until fully incorporated.
How much dough should I use per cookie?
Use a tablespoon to scoop the dough and drop it onto the prepared cookie sheet.
How far apart should the cookies be placed?
Each scoop of dough should be placed about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
Do I need to flatten the cookie dough before baking?
Yes, gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon to ensure they spread evenly while baking.
How long do these sweet potato cookies bake?
The cookies should bake for approximately 12 minutes.
How can I tell if the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when they are firm to the touch and no indentation remains when lightly pressed.
What is the cooling process for these cookies?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 40 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There is 1.8g of fat in each cookie.
How many carbohydrates are in a single cookie?
There are 5.7g of carbohydrates per cookie.
How much protein does one cookie provide?
Each cookie provides 0.71g of protein.
Are these cookies high in fiber?
Each cookie contains 0.67g of fiber, contributing to its nutritional profile.
What is the sugar content of these cookies?
There is 0.71g of sugar per cookie.
Can I use sucanat instead of regular sugar?
Yes, sucanat is listed as a suitable alternative to sugar in this recipe.
Do these cookies use butter or margarine?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of melted margarine.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are a total of 13 ingredients in the recipe.
Is the sweet potato raw when added to the mix?
No, the recipe requires one cup of mashed cooked sweet potato.
What inspired this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a classic from the Betty Crocker Cookies Brownies & Bars booklet.
What category of cookie is this?
These are considered healthy drop cookies.
Are these cookies suitable for kids?
Yes, they are described as a fantastic nutritional choice for both kids and adults.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies have a moist and delightful texture thanks to the sweet potato and oats.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
The recipe is tagged as healthy, cookies, drop cookies, sweet potato, nutritious, snack, dessert, and homemade.