Delicious and Healthy Sweet Potato Cookies

These sweet potato cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and healthy. Made with nutritious ingredients like whole wheat flour and sweet potatoes, these cookies are both delicious and guilt-free. With a soft and chewy texture, these cookies make for a great snack or dessert option. They are also easy to make and can be enjoyed by everyone. Try out this recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising on your health!

Ingredients

• 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, unsweetened applesauce, honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Stir well until all the ingredients are combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well after each addition.
5. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
6. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop tablespoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve and enjoy!

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