- 3/4 cup sugar- 1/4 cup vegetable oil- 1 piece egg- 2 cups ube jam- 2 teaspoon ube extract- 2 cups flour- 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder- 1/4 teaspoon salt- violet food color, optional- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted

- In a large bowl, cream together sugar and vegetable oil. - Add the egg and beat until frothy and color becomes pale. - Add the ube jam and ube extract and beat again until well blended. - Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix using a spatula or electric mixer with dough attachment. The dough will be very sticky. Add violet food color, if desired, to achieve a deep purple color.- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Alternatively, place in the freezer for at least 2 hours. - Scoop a spoonful, 1 to 2-inch in diameter, of chilled dough and drop into a bowl of powdered sugar. Roll dough in powdered sugar to thoroughly coat.- Arrange at least 2 inches apart on a baking sheet. - Bake in a 350 F for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from oven and let the cookies stand for 1-2 minutes on the baking sheet and then transfer to a cooling rack.