FORMULATION OF NEW COCOYAM (Xanthosoma sagittifolium) COFFEE COOKIES

Abstract

The utility model presents the formulation of New Cocoyam (Xanthosoma sagittifolium) coffee cookies in its Claim. New cocoyam is a highly underutilized fruit crop with tremendous potential to address global hunger due to the fruit being rich in essential vitamins and minerals. Meanwhile, a cookie is a baked snack or dessert that is typically small, flat, and sweet; while coffee is a versatile ingredient in baking, enhancing the flavor, texture, and aroma of bakery products. The technical problem that this disclosure aims to address is the underutilization of New Cocoyam; the technical solution that this utility model provides is the innovative incorporation of New Cocoyam into this popular food product, which will result in the promotion of its utilization, minimized food waste, and the exploration of the crop’s full economic potential while providing consumers a nutritious and innovative food product.