Ube Crinkles (Purple Yam Crinkles)

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 piece egg
• 2 cups ube jam
• 2 teaspoon ube extract
• 2 cups flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• violet food color, optional
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted

Steps

1. 1

   In a large bowl, cream together sugar and vegetable oil.

2. 2

   Add the egg and beat until frothy and color becomes pale.

3. 3

   Add the ube jam and ube extract and beat again until well blended.

4. 4

   Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix using a spatula or electric mixer with dough attachment. The dough will be very sticky. Add violet food color, if desired, to achieve a deep purple color.

5. 5

   Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours or overnight. Alternatively, place in the freezer for at least 2 hours.

6. 6

   Preheat oven to 350 F.

7. 7

   Scoop a spoonful, 1 to 2-inch in diameter, of chilled dough and drop into a bowl of powdered sugar. Roll dough in powdered sugar to thoroughly coat.

8. 8

   Arrange at least 2 inches apart on a baking sheet.

9. 9

   Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.

10. 10

    Remove from oven and let the cookies stand for 1-2 minutes on the baking sheet and then transfer to a cooling rack.