These Mexican cookies, known as polvorones, are buttery, crumbly, and perfect for any occasion. They melt in your mouth and have a delightful cinnamon-sugar coating that adds a touch of sweetness and spice.
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
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 5mgPotassium: 10mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg