MEXICAN PASTELITOS

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Recipe taken from my "Cookies and Bars" cookbook. Haven't tried them yet, but they are on my holiday cookie list.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 40 balls

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup unsalted butter, softened (plus extra for greasing pan)
1/4 cup superfine sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, to decorate (sifted)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Grease 2 cookie sheets. Place the butter and superfine sugar in a bowl and beat until light and fluffy. Sift the flour, cornstarch, and cinnamon into a separate bowl, then gradually work dry ingredients into creamed mixture with a wooden spoon. When well mixed, knead until smooth.
  • Take 1 teaspoons at a time of the mixture and roll into a ball. place the balls on the prepared cookie sheets. Bake in a preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until pale golden.
  • Place the confectioners' sugar in a shallow dish and toss the pastelitos in it while they are still warm. Let cool on cooling racks.

Sardar Bilal
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These pastelitos were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Richie Deleeuw
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I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food, but these pastelitos were surprisingly good. I'll definitely be making them again.


MD ROCKY
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I made these pastelitos for my kids and they gobbled them up. They're now begging me to make them again.


Vladislav Shurygin
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These pastelitos were a bit more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it. They were a huge hit at my party!


Gurung Yugesh
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I've tried many pastelitos recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The dough is flaky and the filling is flavorful.


GalaxyWolf 666
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I made these pastelitos for my family and they loved them! They're now my go-to recipe for parties.


Ethan Malone
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This recipe is way too complicated for me. I'm going to find something else to make.


Jose rangel
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I'm not sure if I can make this recipe.


yousaf Niazi
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but these pastelitos look like they might be worth a try.


Lydia Meddy
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I'm not sure if I have all the ingredients for this recipe, but I'm going to see what I can find at the store.


Mattison
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These pastelitos look so delicious! I can't wait to try them.


Boxen
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe next time I have guests over.


Lachy Productions (LachyPro)
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


brad shilling
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These pastelitos are the perfect party food. They're easy to make ahead of time and they always disappear quickly.


Margaret Silungwe
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I've never made pastelitos before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. They turned out perfect!


Leftover Spagehhti
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These pastelitos were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.


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