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== Ube Crinkles ==
{{short description|A type of Filipino cookie made with purple yam}}
{{For|the root vegetable|Ube}}


'''Ube crinkles''' are a type of Filipino cookie made with ube, a purple yam that is popular in Filipino cuisine. These cookies are known for their vibrant purple color and their soft, chewy texture. They are a variation of the traditional chocolate crinkle cookies, but with the unique flavor of ube.
==Overview==
[[File:Ube_crinkles_(cropped).jpg|thumb|right|Ube crinkles are known for their vibrant purple color and soft texture.]]
'''Ube crinkles''' are a type of [[cookie]] originating from the [[Philippines]]. They are made using [[ube]], a purple yam that is a popular ingredient in Filipino cuisine. Ube crinkles are characterized by their vibrant purple color, soft and chewy texture, and a coating of powdered sugar that gives them a distinctive cracked appearance.


== Ingredients and Preparation ==
==Ingredients and Preparation==
The main ingredient in ube crinkles is [[ube halaya]], a sweetened purple yam paste. Other common ingredients include [[flour]], [[sugar]], [[baking powder]], [[eggs]], and [[butter]]. The dough is typically flavored with [[vanilla extract]] and sometimes enhanced with [[ube extract]] to intensify the color and flavor.


The main ingredients for ube crinkles include ube halaya (a sweetened ube jam), flour, sugar, eggs, baking powder, and powdered sugar. The ube halaya gives the cookies their distinctive purple hue and sweet, nutty flavor.
To prepare ube crinkles, the dough is mixed and then chilled to make it easier to handle. Once chilled, the dough is rolled into small balls, coated in powdered sugar, and baked. During baking, the cookies spread and crack, creating the signature crinkle effect.


To prepare ube crinkles, the dough is first mixed and then chilled to make it easier to handle. Once chilled, the dough is rolled into balls, coated in powdered sugar, and then baked. As the cookies bake, they spread and crack, creating the characteristic crinkled appearance.
==Cultural Significance==
Ube crinkles are a modern twist on traditional Filipino desserts and have gained popularity both in the Philippines and internationally. They are often served during [[Christmas]] and other festive occasions, reflecting the Filipino love for sweet treats.


== Popularity and Cultural Significance ==
==Variations==
 
While the classic ube crinkle is made with ube halaya, variations may include additional ingredients such as [[coconut]], [[cheese]], or [[chocolate chips]]. Some bakers also experiment with different coatings, such as [[cocoa powder]] or [[cinnamon]], to create unique flavor profiles.
Ube crinkles have gained popularity not only in the Philippines but also among Filipino communities abroad. They are often served during special occasions and holidays, such as Christmas and New Year. The vibrant color and unique flavor make them a favorite treat for both children and adults.
 
Ube, the main ingredient, is a staple in Filipino desserts and is used in a variety of dishes, including [[ube halaya]], [[halo-halo]], and [[ube ice cream]]. The use of ube in crinkles is a testament to the versatility of this ingredient in Filipino culinary traditions.
 
== Related Pages ==


==Related pages==
* [[Ube]]
* [[Ube]]
* [[Filipino cuisine]]
* [[Filipino cuisine]]
* [[Crinkle cookies]]
* [[Cookie]]
* [[Desserts]]
* [[Dessert]]
 
== References ==


{{Reflist}}
[[Category:Filipino cuisine]]
 
[[Category:Filipino desserts]]
[[Category:Cookies]]
[[Category:Cookies]]
[[Category:Ube]]
[[File:Ube_crinkles_(cropped).jpg|thumb|Ube crinkles]]

Latest revision as of 11:54, 15 February 2025

A type of Filipino cookie made with purple yam


Overview[edit]

Ube crinkles are known for their vibrant purple color and soft texture.

Ube crinkles are a type of cookie originating from the Philippines. They are made using ube, a purple yam that is a popular ingredient in Filipino cuisine. Ube crinkles are characterized by their vibrant purple color, soft and chewy texture, and a coating of powdered sugar that gives them a distinctive cracked appearance.

Ingredients and Preparation[edit]

The main ingredient in ube crinkles is ube halaya, a sweetened purple yam paste. Other common ingredients include flour, sugar, baking powder, eggs, and butter. The dough is typically flavored with vanilla extract and sometimes enhanced with ube extract to intensify the color and flavor.

To prepare ube crinkles, the dough is mixed and then chilled to make it easier to handle. Once chilled, the dough is rolled into small balls, coated in powdered sugar, and baked. During baking, the cookies spread and crack, creating the signature crinkle effect.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Ube crinkles are a modern twist on traditional Filipino desserts and have gained popularity both in the Philippines and internationally. They are often served during Christmas and other festive occasions, reflecting the Filipino love for sweet treats.

Variations[edit]

While the classic ube crinkle is made with ube halaya, variations may include additional ingredients such as coconut, cheese, or chocolate chips. Some bakers also experiment with different coatings, such as cocoa powder or cinnamon, to create unique flavor profiles.

Related pages[edit]