Best 8 Cherry Biscochitos Recipes

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Cherry biscochitos are a delicious and traditional Mexican cookie that are perfect for any occasion. They are crispy, buttery, and filled with a sweet cherry filling. Whether you are looking for a special treat to serve at a party or a simple snack to enjoy at home, cherry biscochitos are sure to please. With their unique flavor and texture, these cookies are a favorite among both children and adults alike. So if you are looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, be sure to give cherry biscochitos a try. You won't be disappointed!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BIZCOCHITOS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h15m

Yield about 48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable shortening
2/3 cup plus 1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
2 to 4 tablespoons red wine, brandy or sherry
1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed anise seeds
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Whisk the flour, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Beat the shortening in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment on medium-high speed until fluffy. Reduce the mixer speed to low; beat in 2/3 cup sugar, then the egg. Add 2 tablespoons wine and the anise seeds and beat until combined. Gradually beat in the flour mixture. If the dough is too dry, mix in up to 2 more tablespoons wine. Cover and refrigerate 15 minutes.
  • Mix the remaining 1/2 cup sugar and the cinnamon in a shallow bowl. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thick. Cut out cookies with a 2 1/2-inch cookie cutter. Press the top of each cookie in the cinnamon sugar to coat, then arrange on the prepared baking sheets, about 1 inch apart. Bake until the edges are golden, 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool about 3 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer the cookies to racks to cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

BISCOCHITOS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 53m

Yield 5 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 pound lard (a must, no substitutes)
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons anise seed
2 eggs
1/2 cup sweet table wine
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Sift flour, baking powder, and salt. Cream the lard with sugar and anise seed on medium speed. In a separate bowl. beat eggs until light and fluffy. Add beaten eggs to creamed mixture. Mix together well, adding wine to form a stiff-like dough, add more wine, if necessary.
  • Refrigerate dough overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Remove dough from refrigerator and let stand for a while, until dough is soft enough to roll. Divide dough in quarters and roll to about 1/16 to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut with cookie cutter and place on cookie sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until bottom of cookie is golden brown. Meanwhile, mix together the sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Drop the baked cookies into sugar and cinnamon mixture and set aside to cool.

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

BISCOCHITOS



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Rendering your own lard is what really makes these anise-flavored Mexican sugar cookies stand out, but you can use vegetable shortening in a pinch. Martha made this recipe on "Martha Bakes" episode 711.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sugar, plus 3/4 cup for sprinkling
1 1/4 cups Stove Top-Rendered Lard or vegetable shortening
1 large egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons Grand Marnier or Triple Sec
Finely grated zest of 1 orange
3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons anise seeds
2 to 4 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix 1 cup sugar and the lard on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add egg; beat to combine. Add vanilla, Grand Marnier, and zest; beat to combine.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually beat flour mixture into sugar mixture on low speed. Beat in anise seeds. On medium, gradually add 2 tablespoons water or more to form a ball. Divide dough in half; shape into disks. Wrap each disk in plastic; chill 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees with rack in center. Combine cinnamon and remaining 3/4 cup sugar in a small bowl.
  • On a floured surface, roll the dough to 1/4 inch thick. Cut dough into moons, stars, or shapes you like with a 2-inch cutter; lightly sift cinnamon-sugar over each shape. Place on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake, 1 sheet at a time, 10 to 12 minutes; cookies should be set but not brown. Transfer the cookies and parchment to a wire rack to cool. Repeat with the remaining batches.

CHERRY BISCOCHITOS



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I discovered the wonderful anise flavor of biscochitos, which are traditional cookies of New Mexico. I created my own version with maraschino cherries and fresh cranberries. -Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 11 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
1/4 teaspoon anise extract
3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, finely chopped
1/4 cup maraschino cherries, well drained and finely chopped
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, cherry juice and extract. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in cranberries and cherries., Divide dough in half; shape each into a disk. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-in. star-shaped cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets., Bake 7-9 minutes or until edges begin to brown. Remove from oven and immediately dust with confectioners' sugar. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool., Freeze option: Freeze cookies, layered between waxed paper, in freezer containers. To use, thaw before serving or, if desired, reheat on a baking sheet in a preheated 350° oven until warmed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 11mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY BISCOTTI



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These are one of my favorites. I make them every holiday season. They are great for mailing and keep for weeks!

Provided by Jennifer Wall

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Biscotti Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup butter, softened
¾ cup white sugar
3 eggs
2 teaspoons almond extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ cup chopped candied cherries
½ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup chopped white chocolate

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a large cookie sheet.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the almond extract. Combine the flour and baking powder; stir into the creamed mixture until just blended. Mix in candied cherries and mini chocolate chips.
  • With lightly floured hands, shape dough into two 10 inch long loaves. Place rolls 5 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheet; flatten each to 3 inch width.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until set and light golden brown. Cool 10 minutes. Using a serrated knife, cut loaves diagonally into 1/2 inch slices. Arrange slices cut side down on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until bottoms begin to brown. Turn, and bake an additional 5 minutes, or until browned and crisp. Cool completely. Melt white chocolate in the microwave, stirring every 20 to 30 seconds until smooth. Drizzle cookies with melted white chocolate. Store in tightly covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 22.8 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 55.2 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

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



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These cookies originated in Spain, but today they are often associated with the American Southwest, particularly New Mexico, where they are the official state cookie. Lard imparts incomparable flavor-it's worth seeking it out, although vegetable shortening can be substituted.

Yield makes about 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sugar, plus 3/4 cup for sprinkling
1 1/4 cups lard or vegetable shortening
1 large egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur, such as Grand Marnier, or triple sec
Finely grated zest of 1 orange
3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons anise seeds
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat 1 cup sugar and the lard on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add egg; beat to combine. Add vanilla, liqueur, and zest; beat to combine.
  • Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt into a bowl. Gradually beat flour mixture into sugar mixture on low speed. Beat in anise seeds. On medium, gradually add the water and mix until dough forms a ball (add more water if necessary). Wrap dough in plastic wrap; chill 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in center. Combine cinnamon and remaining 3/4 cup sugar in a small bowl.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut dough into shapes with a 4-inch fleur-de-lis cutter; lightly sift cinnamon-sugar over each shape. Place on parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Chill in freezer until dough is very firm, about 15 minutes. Bake one sheet at a time for 12 to 14 minutes, rotating halfway through; cookies should be set but not brown. Transfer the cookies and parchment to a wire rack to cool. Cookies can be stored between layers of parchment in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.

Tips:

  • To make the dough easier to handle, chill it for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into even strips.
  • Bake the biscochitos until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Let the biscochitos cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
  • Enjoy the biscochitos with a cup of coffee or tea.

Conclusion:

Cherry biscochitos are a delicious and easy-to-make cookie that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. With a little planning, you can make these cookies ahead of time and freeze them for later. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give cherry biscochitos a try.

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