Best 3 Mexican Kisses Recipes

Mexican kisses, also known as "besos mexicanos" or "galletas de nuez," are a traditional Mexican cookie that combines sweet and nutty flavors with a delightful melt-in-your-mouth texture. These cookies have gained popularity worldwide due to their unique taste and the beautiful, often intricate designs pressed into their tops. They are a delightful treat to enjoy on any occasion and make a perfect addition to cookie platters, gift baskets, and holiday gatherings. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect Mexican kisses, ensuring that your next batch turns out as delicious and visually appealing as the ones you've come to love.

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

MEXICAN KISSES

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This is a recipe from one of my friends in New Mexico from 1960. She got it from an extension course she took in 1936.

Provided by Pat Duran @kitchenChatter

Categories Candies

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 tablespoon(s) knox plain gelatine
1/2 cup(s) cold water
2 cup(s) real maple syrup
1 cup(s) powdered sugar
1 cup(s) chopped nuts
2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract

Steps:

Dissolve gelatine in a dish of cold water that is placed over a dish of hot water. Stir to help dissolve.Place dissolved gelatine in a saucepan. Place saucepan over medium heat and add the Maple syrup. Heat until blended, about 1 minute..remove from heat and beat with a whisk until mixture begins to look creamy. Gradually whip in the powdered sugar, vanilla and chopped nuts. Allow to stand a few minutes before dropping onto waxed paper or parchment paper.

MERINGUE KISSES

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Categories Egg Dessert Bake Valentine's Day Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Wedding Winter Shower Engagement Party Potluck Gourmet Fat Free Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates

Yield Makes about 24 meringue kisses

Number Of Ingredients 2

Ingredients

2 large egg whites
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 200°F. and butter and flour a large baking sheet, knocking off excess flour.
In a bowl with an electric mixer beat whites until they hold soft peaks. Gradually add sugar, beating, and beat until meringue holds stiff, glossy peaks. Drop heaping teaspoons (not measuring spoons) of meringue about 1 inch apart onto baking sheet and bake in middle of oven 45 minutes. Turn oven off and leave meringues in oven 1 hour more. With a metal spatula transfer meringues to a rack to cool completely. Meringue kisses may be kept in an airtight container at room temperature 5 days.

CHOCOLATE MERINGUE KISSES

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Chocolate "kiss" cookies that literally melt in your mouth. These are my favorite (low fat) way to satisfy huge chocolate cravings.

Provided by Mudpupsall

Categories Drop Cookies

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon cocoa powder (sifted)
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate square (melted and cooled)
4 large egg whites
1 pinch salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
cocoa powder (for dusting cookie sheets)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
Grease three cookies sheets and dust with cocoa powder.
Melt the chocolate square and set aside to cool.
Beat the egg whites with salt until soft peaks form.
Add sugar slowly and beat until mixture very stiff and shiny.
Fold in vanilla, melted chocolate, and the 1 tbsp cocoa powder.
Drop by heaping teaspoonfulls (2 inches apart) onto prepared cookie sheets.
They will have the shape of chocolate kisses.
Bake 30 to 40 minutes.
Remove cookies from sheets immediately.
Cool completely and store in an airtight container.

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your Mexican Kisses.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
Bake the cookies at a moderate temperature. This will help them bake evenly without burning.
Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them keep their shape and prevent them from sticking together.

Conclusion:

Mexican Kisses are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their sweet and nutty flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give Mexican Kisses a try.