Low Sodium Ube Cookies

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of these Low Sodium Ube Cookies—an irresistible treat that’s both heart-friendly and bursting with the unique taste of ube, a beloved purple yam from the Philippines. These cookies are soft, chewy, and feature the earthy sweetness of ube halaya and ube extract, enhanced with just a touch of vanilla. Made with low-sodium baking powder and optional low-sodium milk, this recipe keeps the salt in check without compromising on flavor. With a stunning natural lavender hue (or a pop of purple food coloring for extra vibrancy), these cookies are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for those craving a unique dessert with less sodium, these dreamy ube cookies are easy to make and ideal for sharing!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder (low sodium option if available)
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Light brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup Ube halaya (ube jam)
• 1 Egg, large
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ube extract
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Milk (low sodium, dairy or non-dairy)
• 1 drop Optional: Purple food coloring (to enhance color)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cornstarch. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 4

Add the ube halaya, egg, vanilla extract, ube extract, and milk to the sugar-butter mixture, then beat until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in two additions, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated. If desired, add a drop of purple food coloring to enhance the color.

Step 6

Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion out the dough into 1.5-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Do not overbake.

Step 8

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve the cookies as a sweet, low-sodium treat. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(773.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2899.7

Total Fat 109.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 457.7mg	0%
Sodium 229.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 456.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 249.8g
Protein 35.3g	0%

Vitamin D 52.5IU	0%
Calcium 189.7mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 710.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.4%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 61.8%