Get ready to experience a culinary magic trick that transforms your ordinary leftover mashed potatoes into the most surprising and delectable cookies you've ever tasted! Imagine a treat that combines the creamy comfort of mashed potatoes with the sweet indulgence of a classic cookie, topped with a luscious vanilla frosting. These unexpected Mashed Potato Cookies are about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen - a recipe that will have your family and friends begging for more and wondering what incredible culinary sorcery you've conjured up!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the 1 cup of mashed potatoes and 1/2 cup of softened butter. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend them together until smooth and creamy.
- Add 1/2 cup of sugar to the potato and butter mixture. Mix well until the sugar is fully incorporated.
- Crack 1 egg into the bowl and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Continue to mix until the egg is fully blended into the mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Whisk together until smooth and creamy. If the frosting is too thick, add a little more milk, a teaspoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous amount of frosting on top of each cookie using a knife or a spatula.
- Allow the frosting to set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Mashed Potato Cookies with Frosting!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and consistent texture.
- Make sure your mashed potatoes are smooth and free of lumps for the best cookie consistency.
- Don't overmix the dough - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cookie dough.
- If the dough seems too wet, refrigerate for 30 minutes before scooping and baking.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a fun variation, try adding chocolate chips or nuts to the dough.
- Leftover mashed potatoes work best - slightly drier potatoes create a better cookie texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 20mg
