Best 2 Sweet Potato Pie Cookies Recipes

Indulge in the Southern charm of Sweet Potato Pie Cookies, a delightful treat that seamlessly blends the comforting flavors of sweet potato pie with the convenience of a cookie. These delectable morsels capture the essence of the classic dessert, featuring a tender and chewy cookie base generously filled with a velvety sweet potato filling, all enveloped in a blanket of cinnamon sugar. With three variations to choose from – traditional, cream cheese, and pecan – these cookies offer a range of taste experiences to satisfy every palate. Whether you're a fan of the classic sweet potato pie or seeking a unique twist on a beloved dessert, these cookies promise an explosion of flavor in every bite.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET POTATO PIE COOKIES WITH ORANGE GLAZE

Sweet Potato Pie Cookies with Orange Glaze image

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories dessert

Time 1h43m

Yield 24 to 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter, room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup light brown sugar
1 egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sweet potato puree
1 cup chopped pecans
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and adjust racks to the middle position. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, nutmeg, and salt.
Using a hand held mixer cream together the butter, granulated sugar and the brown sugar until light and fluffy and the volume has increased. Add the egg and the vanilla and mix until incorporated. Stir in the sweet potato puree and blend until smooth. Beat in the dry ingredients in increments and combine well. Stir in the pecans.
Drop by heaping tablespoons onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie. Bake until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges and they spring back from the touch, about 18 minutes. Let cool completely on the cookie sheets before glazing.
For the glaze:
Combine the confectioners' sugar, orange juice, and vanilla in a small bowl and stir until smooth. Drizzle over the cookies and let harden for 1 hour before serving.
Cook's Note: If you need to thin the glaze, add more orange juice. If you need to thicken it, add more confectioners' sugar.

SWEET POTATO PIE COOKIES

Sweet Potato Pie Cookies image

Make and share this Sweet Potato Pie Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PumpKIM

Categories Drop Cookies

Time 30m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup sugar substitute
1 egg
1 1/2 cups peeled and finely grated sweet potatoes
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, and set aside.
Whisk together, with an electric mixer, the butter and sugar.
Add the egg, vanilla extract and sweet potato.
Fold the dry ingredients into butter-sugar mixture.
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto parchment-lined cookie sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.6, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 19, Sodium 184.7, Carbohydrate 11.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 4.7, Protein 1.2

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh, sweet potatoes. They're more flavorful and have a better texture than store-bought canned sweet potatoes.
Bake the sweet potatoes until they're very soft. This will make them easier to mash and will help the cookies have a smooth texture.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing can make the cookies tough.
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape in the oven.
Bake the cookies until they're just set. Overbaking can make them dry and crumbly.
Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before serving. This will help them firm up and will make them easier to handle.

Conclusion:

These sweet potato pie cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that's perfect for any occasion. They're made with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these cookies a try!