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Butternut Squash Cookies

Butternut Squash Cookies
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Irresistible Butternut Squash Cookies Soft spiced cookies with a hint of autumn Enjoy a healthy treat Try it today

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Butternut Squash Puree
  • 2 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • Optional: Chocolate Chips, Chopped Walnuts, Pecans, or Dried Cranberries

Instructions

  • Prepare the Butternut Squash Puree: If using fresh squash, roast it until tender, then puree it in a food processor or blender until smooth. Drain off any excess moisture.
  • Cream Together Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  • Gradually Add Dry Ingredients to Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Stir in Butternut Squash Puree and Mix-ins: Stir in the butternut squash puree and any optional mix-ins.
  • Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Drop by Rounded Tablespoons: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  • Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  • Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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