Dairy-Free Ube Cookies
Indulge in the vibrant and irresistible flavors of Dairy-Free Ube Cookies, a unique twist on classic cookies that marries the exotic sweetness of ube halaya (purple yam jam) with a soft, chewy texture. Perfect for those seeking dairy-free treats, this easy recipe features creamy almond milk, dairy-free butter, and a pop of purple thanks to ube extract. Taking just 15 minutes to prep and 12 minutes to bake, these cookies are a quick, crowd-pleasing dessert option. Dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant finishing touch, or enjoy them as they are—delightfully rich and satisfying. Ideal for any occasion, these cookies bring Filipino-inspired flavors to your table with minimal effort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups dairy-free butter (softened)
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups brown sugar (packed)
- 0.5 cups ube halaya (purple yam jam)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk (or any dairy-free milk)
- 1.5 teaspoons ube extract
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cups powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the softened dairy-free butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the ube halaya, almond milk, ube extract, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients in 2-3 additions, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll it into balls. Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft. Do not overbake to ensure chewy cookies.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2895 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.9 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.7 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2551 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 472.8 g | 172% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 284.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 645 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
