Ingredients with Measurements:
-1/2 cup softened butter
-1/2 cup white sugar
-1/2 cup brown sugar
-1 teaspoon vanilla extract
-1 egg
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1 teaspoon baking powder
-1/2 teaspoon baking soda
-1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
-2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
-1/2 cup ube powder
-1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
-1 quart ube ice cream
Special Equipment Needed:
-2 baking sheets
-Parchment paper
-Ice cream scoop
-Cookie cutter
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla, egg, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and nutmeg. Gradually stir in the flour and ube powder until combined. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
3. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
4. Once the cookies are cooled, scoop out 1/4 cup of ube ice cream and place it between two cookies. Gently press together to form a sandwich.
5. Place the sandwiches in the freezer for at least 1 hour before serving.
Time:
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature: 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)
Serving Size: Makes 12 sandwiches
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
-Butter: Can be substituted with vegan butter
-White sugar: Can be substituted with coconut sugar
-Brown sugar: Can be substituted with coconut sugar
-Egg: Can be substituted with a flax egg
-All-purpose flour: Can be substituted with gluten-free flour
-Ube powder: Can be substituted with any other type of powder, such as matcha or cocoa powder
Variations:
-Can add other mix-ins to the cookie dough, such as chopped nuts or dried fruit
-Can use different types of ice cream flavors for the sandwiches
Tips and Tricks:
-For best results, use an ice cream scoop to ensure all the sandwiches are the same size
-For a crunchier cookie, bake for an additional 2 minutes
Storage Instructions:
Store the sandwiches in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating Instructions:
Allow the sandwiches to thaw for 10 minutes before serving.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve the sandwiches on a platter with fresh fruit and a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Garnishes:
-Shaved chocolate
-Chopped nuts
-Sprinkles
Pairings:
-Hot chocolate
-Milkshakes
-Coffee
Suggested Side Dishes:
-Fruit salad
-Chips and dip
-Yogurt parfait
Troubleshooting Advice:
-If the cookies are too soft, bake for an additional 2 minutes
-If the cookies are too hard, reduce the baking time by 2 minutes
Food Safety Advice:
-Keep the sandwiches stored in the freezer until ready to serve
-Do not leave the sandwiches out at room temperature for more than 2 hours
Food History:
Ube is a type of purple yam that is popular in Filipino cuisine. It has been used in desserts for centuries and is now becoming increasingly popular in other parts of the world.
Flavor Profiles:
Ube has a sweet, nutty flavor with hints of vanilla and coconut.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the sandwiches with a scoop of ube ice cream on the side.
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Region: Philippine