Purple Crinkle Cookies Ube (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cookie Dough
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250 g all-purpose flour
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1.5 teaspoons baking powder
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0.25 teaspoon salt
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115 g unsalted butter, softened
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200 g granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1.5 teaspoons ube extract or purple food coloring with flavoring
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120 ml whole milk
→ Coating
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60 g powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for a thicker coating)
# Instructions:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
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Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and ube extract until evenly blended.
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Gradually add the sifted dry mixture to the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with the whole milk. Begin and end with the dry mixture. Mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours or overnight to ensure structure and prevent excessive spreading during baking.
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Preheat the oven to 175°C. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Combine powdered sugar and cornstarch in a small bowl for the coating.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a ball. Roll the dough balls generously in the prepared sugar-cornstarch coating.
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Arrange coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets with 5 centimetres of space between each. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until the tops crack and the centres remain slightly soft.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Once cooled, dust generously with additional powdered sugar mixture to finish.
# Notes:
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Proper chilling of the dough is essential for preventing cookies from spreading excessively and achieving the signature crinkle effect.