Polvorones Mexican Cookies
Delight in the crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth goodness of Polvorones, traditional Mexican cookies that are perfect for holidays or any celebration. These tender treats are made with a buttery dough infused with ground cinnamon, vanilla, and finely chopped pecans, giving them an irresistible nutty flavor and warm spice. Rolled in powdered sugar while still warm, each cookie is coated in a delicate, snowy layer that melts upon each bite. With just 15 minutes of prep and bake time, these cookies are as simple to make as they are delicious to enjoy. Serve them alongside a steaming cup of coffee or tea for the ultimate cozy indulgence, and prepare to fall in love with a classic Mexican sweet that never goes out of style.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (for dough)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Pecans, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream them together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Mix in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure the cookies remain tender.
Step 5
Gently fold in the finely chopped pecans, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
Step 6
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the cookies are set and the bottoms are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to maintain their tender texture.
Step 8
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. While they're still warm but cool enough to handle, roll each cookie in the remaining 1 cup of powdered sugar to coat thoroughly.
Step 9
Transfer the coated cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, you can optionally roll them in another layer of powdered sugar for an extra snowy finish.
Step 10
Serve and enjoy these crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth delights with a cup of coffee or tea!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (659.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3211.3 |
| Total Fat 179.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 63.3g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 0% |
| Sodium 612.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 388.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 188.6g | |
| Protein 36.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 163.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 764.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories