Best 6 Bizcochos Mexican Holiday Cookies Recipes

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Bizcochos is a traditional Mexican cookie often prepared during the holiday season. These delightful cookies are made with simple ingredients like flour, butter, sugar, and eggs, and are often flavored with vanilla, cinnamon, or anise. The dough is typically rolled out and cut into various shapes, then baked until golden brown. Bizcochos are known for their crispy edges and soft, chewy centers, making them a favorite treat among people of all ages. Enjoyed on their own or paired with a warm cup of coffee or hot chocolate, bizcochos are a comforting and nostalgic treat that bring people together during the festive season.

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BIZCOCHOS (MEXICAN HOLIDAY COOKIES)



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Yes these are made with lard and no there is no substitute. In authentic Mexican cooking, lard, not shortening, is used. This recipe comes from Seasoned with Sun the El Paso Junior League Cookbook. A co-worker asked me for the recipe and I realized that it wasn't posted anywhere.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups lard (no substitute)
1 cup sweet wine or 1 cup any fruit juice
2 cups sugar, divided
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon anise seed
2 egg yolks
3 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Beat the lard until creamy.
  • Mix the wine or fruit juice with 1 cup of sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon and anise seeds; add to lard and mix with a wooden spoon.
  • Add the egg yolks; mixing well.
  • Add enough flour to make soft dough; roll out to 1/2-inch thick and cut in desired shapes and place on greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 15 minutes; checking often to prevent burning.
  • Mix the remaining 1 cup of sugar and 4 teaspoons cinnamon; dredge cookies in the cinnamon sugar mixture while still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 893.9, Fat 52.9, SaturatedFat 20.6, Cholesterol 95.9, Sodium 6.1, Carbohydrate 91.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 52.4, Protein 5.7

BISCOCHITOS TRADITIONAL COOKIES



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This is New Mexico's traditional cookie. A great thick sugar cookie that is dusted with cinnamon-sugar. The traditional shape is fleur-de-lis, but use your favorite cookie cutters if you like.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups lard
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 teaspoons anise seed
2 eggs
¼ cup brandy
¼ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Sift the flour, baking powder and salt into a bowl, and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the lard and 1 1/2 cups sugar until smooth. Mix in the anise seed, and beat until fluffy. Stir in the eggs one at a time. Add the sifted ingredients and brandy, and stir until well blended.
  • On a floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/2 or 1/4 inch thickness, and cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters. The traditional is fleur-de-lis. Place cookies onto baking sheets. Mix together the 1/4 cup of sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over the tops of the cookies.
  • Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the bottoms are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 24.2 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

BIZCOCHOS (MEXICAN HOLIDAY COOKIES)



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Make and share this Bizcochos (Mexican Holiday Cookies) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Juenessa

Categories     Dessert

Time P15DT1h

Yield 8-10 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups lard (not shortening)
1 cup sweet wine or 1 cup any fruit juice
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon anise seed
2 egg yolks
3 cups flour
1 cup sugar
3 teaspoons cinnamon

Steps:

  • Whip lard until creamy.
  • Mix wine (or fruit juice), 1 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon and anise.
  • Add this to lard.
  • Mix with wooden spoon.
  • Add egg yolks; mix well.
  • Add sufficient flour to make a soft dough; roll out 1/2 inch thick.
  • Cut in desired shapes and place on greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 15 minutes at 350 degrees.
  • Check often to prevent burning.
  • Mix remaining cinnamon and sugar.
  • Dredge cookies in this mixture while they are still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 893.2, Fat 52.9, SaturatedFat 20.5, Cholesterol 95.9, Sodium 6, Carbohydrate 91.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 52.4, Protein 5.7

LEMON BIZCOCHITOS



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Categories     Cookies     Dessert     Bake     Lemon     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 54

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons aniseed, crushed
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Sift flour and baking powder into medium bowl. Using electric mixer, beat 1 1/2 cups sugar and butter in large bowl until fluffy. Add eggs, lemon juice, aniseed and peel; beat to blend. Stir in dry ingredients. Gathering dough into ball; flatten into disk. Wrap in plastic; chill until firm, about 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 2 large baking sheets. Mix in cinnamon and 1 tablespoon sugar in small bowl. Roll out dough on floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Using cookie cutter, cut out cookies. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar over. Transfer cookies to sheets. Bake until golden, about 12 minutes. Transfer to racks; cool. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight.)

EASY BIZCOCHITOS



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Bizcochitos, with their wonderful citrus and spice flavors, are special cookies we look forward to each year. It just isn't Christmas Eve at our house if we don't have these cookies with mugs of Mexican hot chocolate.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (17-1/2 ounces) sugar cookie mix
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon aniseed, crushed
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cookie mix, flour, orange zest and aniseed. Stir in melted butter, egg and vanilla until blended., Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm enough to roll., Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-in. cookie cutter., Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over cookies. Bake 6-9 minutes or until edges are light brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BISCOCHITOS II



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Mexican Cookies...great dunkers for coffee.

Provided by Christine J. Crabtree

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup shortening
1 cup margarine
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon anise extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup wine
3 teaspoons baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix together shortening, margarine and sugar with a mixture until well blended. Mix in the rest of the ingredients until smooth.
  • Roll out on a floured board to 1/2 or 1/4 inch thickness.
  • Cut into desired shapes and place on baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, about 10 - 12 minutes. Garnish as desired or leave plain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.6 calories, Carbohydrate 24.5 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 168.1 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Follow the recipe carefully, especially if you are new to baking.
  • Be patient while baking the cookies. It is important to let them cool completely before storing them.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • You can also freeze the cookies for up to 2 months. Thaw them at room temperature before serving.

Conclusion:

Bizcochos are a delicious and festive Mexican cookie that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of flavors and toppings to choose from, there is sure to be a bizcocho that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give bizcochos a try. You won't be disappointed!

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