Mexican Cookies, also known as “biscochos,” are a beloved treat in Mexican cuisine. These cookies are rich, buttery, and lightly spiced, with a delightful hint of cinnamon and vanilla. Their soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and subtle sweetness make them a perfect dessert for any occasion, from casual snacking to festive gatherings.
To make these cookies, start by creaming together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, a pinch of salt, and ground cinnamon, which gives the cookies their signature flavor. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until a smooth dough forms.
Once the dough is ready, shape it into small balls and flatten them slightly with your hands or a fork. This simple shaping method helps the cookies maintain their soft texture as they bake. Arrange the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are spaced apart to allow for even baking.
Bake the cookies at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
The result is a batch of Mexican Cookies that are buttery, tender, and subtly spiced with cinnamon. They’re perfect for pairing with a cup of coffee or tea, or as a sweet treat to share with friends and family.
For an extra twist, you can roll the cookies in sugar before baking for a delightful sweetness and a slight crunch. Mexican Cookies are perfect for holidays like Día de los Muertos, Christmas, or any day you want to enjoy a comforting and delicious snack!.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar plus extra for dusting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for coating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the sifted flour, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll small balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the bottoms are light golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool slightly, then roll them in a mixture of additional powdered sugar and cinnamon.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition
Why put cinnamon in cookies? That’s just weird. I don’t get it.
Cinnamon adds a nice flavor and warmth to cookies! It’s like a little twist on a classic. Give it a try!
Mexican cookies? More like boring cookies! I’ve had better. 😒
Boring? Nah, these cookies have a unique flavor! Maybe you just don’t appreciate the culture! 😤
I think you just didn’t get the right kind! These cookies are amazing if made properly! 😊
I tried these but they turned out kinda flat. What’s the secret? I followed the recipe but I think I did something wrong.
Baked these for my kids and they disappeared in seconds! Easy and delicious. Will make again for sure!
That’s awesome to hear! My kids loved them too! Easy peasy!
Okay cookies but hard to work with. Dough was way too crumbly for me. 😕
I didn’t have cinnamon, so I used nutmeg instead. Still tasted good but not what I expected. Next time I’ll get the right spices.
Cookies = Yummy!
My abuela makes a similar recipe, and she uses lard instead of butter. Might give that a try next time.
That’s interesting! Lard does bring a unique flavor. I might try that too!
Wait, lard? Is that even healthy? I don’t think that would taste good…
Tasted like doughy lumps. Not sure what I did wrong but I won’t be making these again!
These cookies are AMAZING! My family loved them, and they were so easy to make! Definitely a 5-star recipe!
I’m glad your family enjoyed them! I have to try these out myself. 😊
They look good, but I don’t trust recipes that don’t include eggs. Is it really gonna work?
These cookies are amazing! I’ve made them twice already. So easy and delicious! 🤤
Recipe was clear. I liked it but my kids said it tastes like boring. Maybe try adding chocolate chips next time? 😅
They look pretty, but flavor-wise, they’re just okay. Nothing special. I expected more from the cinnamon.
Yum! The cinnamon sugar coating is the best part. Will be making these again!
I totally agree! The coating is sooo good! Makes everything better. Glad you’re making them again!
I don’t know, I’ve never really liked cinnamon. Aren’t there other toppings we could use?
I dunno, they didn’t turn out like I thought. A bit dry for my taste. 🙁
These cookies are amazing! So buttery and melt in your mouth. My kids loved them!
I followed the recipe exactly and I don’t know… they were just bland. Maybe add more sugar?
I think they might need a pinch of salt too! Balance the flavors, right?
Bland? Really? I loved them! Maybe try different vanilla?
I think these could use less butter. They were too greasy for my taste.
Y’all these are the best cookies I’ve ever made! They vanished in minutes at my gathering! 🌟
Just made them, and I can’t stop eating! Highly recommend for anyone who loves sweets!
5 stars! So easy and delicious! I added chocolate chips for fun!
Followed the recipe to the letter but they spread too much. What did I do wrong? Didn’t have powdered sugar, used granulated instead!
These cookies are alright. They didn’t wow me but they weren’t terrible either.
Too much cinnamon! Next time I’ll cut it down a bit. Whole family thinks they taste weird.