Butternut Cookies

Elevate your cookie game with our irresistible Butternut Cookies. Crafted with love and bursting with the warm flavors of autumn, these delightful treats are a delightful fusion of tender texture and sweet butternut squash essence, making them a must-have for your baking repertoire.

Ingredients:

– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup butternut squash, cooked and pureed

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Gently fold in the butternut squash puree until evenly incorporated into the dough.
7. Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare to delight your taste buds with the comforting flavors of autumn in every bite of these Butternut Cookies!