Description
Craving a cozy dessert with a twist? These Sweet Potato Honeybun Cookies combine the warm, spiced flavor of a honeybun with the natural sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes—all baked into soft, chewy cookies and topped with a smooth drizzle. Perfect as a quick breakfast idea, a healthy-ish snack, or a sweet addition to your dessert board. This easy recipe is full of comfort and Southern charm, making it one of the best fall and holiday food ideas for cookie lovers.
Ingredients
¾ cup mashed sweet potato
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 large egg
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
Instructions
1. Bake or boil the sweet potato until fork tender, then mash until smooth. Let it cool.
2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add mashed sweet potato, honey, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until dough forms.
6. Cover and chill the dough for 30–45 minutes.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and slightly flatten on the sheet.
9. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool on a wire rack.
10. Mix powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze. Drizzle over cooled cookies. Let set before serving.
Notes
For the fluffiest texture, don’t skip chilling the dough—it helps cookies hold shape.
Make sure your mashed sweet potato is completely cool before mixing to prevent melting the butter.
For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of ground ginger or clove to the dry mix.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: sweet potato cookies, honeybun cookies, fall dessert, easy cookie recipe, soft glazed cookies