Squash Cookies

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 16
Scrumptious Squash Cookies
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Prep

25 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup butter , softened
3/4 cup white sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups mashed , cooked butternut squash
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup raisins
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
233
Sugar
17g
Fat
12g
Squash cookies are a delightful blend of sweet butternut squash, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice, which are mixed into a classic cookie recipe. Not only are these cookies delicious, but they are also a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. The squash gives these cookies a unique flavor and moist texture, making them a perfect treat for a cold, fall day. These cookies are also an excellent way to sneak some nutritious vegetables into your diet.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
2.In a large bowl, cream together butter, white sugar, and brown sugar. Beat in eggs one at a time. Mix in squash.
3.In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, ginger, allspice and baking powder.
4.Add dry ingredients to the squash mixture. Stir in raisins and pecans.
5.Drop by tablespoonfuls onto prepared cookie sheets.
6.Bake for 10-12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown. Cool on wire rack.

PROS

Soft, chewy and full of flavor, squash cookies are absolutely delicious and taste like a cross between a spiced cookie and a pumpkin pie.
They are perfect for a fall treat, and the addition of raisins and pecans makes them even more flavorful.
The use of butternut squash makes these cookies a healthy alternative to many other sweet treats.

CONS

These cookies are relatively high in sugar, which should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Also, the use of nuts can cause an allergic reaction in some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Squash is low in calories and high in fiber, which helps in digestion and maintaining a healthy body weight. The presence of antioxidants like beta-carotene, Vitamin C and other powerful compounds, supports the immune system, and reduces inflammation and the risk of many chronic diseases including cancer, heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
Raisins are nutrient-dense, with a high concentration of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which helps in digestion, bone health, and maintaining healthy skin. The pecans are rich in healthy fats, protein, fiber, and other essential nutrients, which promote brain health, heart health, and reduce inflammation.

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