The name of these buttery cookies comes from the word "polvo," which means dust in Spanish, and refers to their cinnamon-sugar coating, as well as the cookie's crumbly texture.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together butter and 1 cup confectioners' sugar on medium speed until smooth. Beat in vanilla. Reduce speed to low and gradually mix in flour mixture until incorporated. Shape dough into a square and wrap in plastic; refrigerate 1 hour.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough 1/2 inch thick. Using a 2 1/2-inch round cutter, cut out cookies. (Scraps can be rerolled once.) Divide evenly between two parchment-lined baking sheets. Using a 3/4-inch round cutter, cut out a hole in the center of each cookie. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake, rotating halfway through, until edges begin to brown, about 20 minutes. Let cool on sheets 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely.
- In a small bowl, stir together remaining 2 teaspoons cinnamon and 1 cup confectioners' sugar. Working with one cookie at a time, toss in cinnamon sugar until thoroughly coated. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days.
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Paanya Thabiso
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect gift for friends and family. They're always a hit!
Consuelo Lozano
[email protected]I love making these cookies with my kids. They're so easy to make and they always turn out delicious.
Tylor Greene
[email protected]These cookies were a little dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.
Joy Ayomide
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cinnamon, but I still enjoyed these cookies. They're not too sweet and they have a nice nutty flavor.
jo
[email protected]These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth it. They're so delicious and they always impress my guests.
Aarti Sah
[email protected]I love the way these cookies melt in my mouth. They're so light and airy.
Esiagu Joseph
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect holiday treat. They're festive and delicious.
Barbie
[email protected]I've never made Mexican wedding cookies before, but these were so easy to follow. They turned out perfectly and they taste amazing.
Babou Jarju
[email protected]These cookies are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make them ahead of time and freeze them.
SandStone
[email protected]I had a hard time getting the cookies to hold together. I think I might have overmixed the dough.
Vijju Bangaram
[email protected]These cookies were a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Crystal Hefner
[email protected]I wasn't sure how these cookies would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're so light and fluffy, and the cinnamon flavor is perfect. I'll definitely be making them again.
Kirungi Nelson
[email protected]These cookies are so delicious and festive. I love making them for Christmas parties.
Albert Ogunniyi
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect balance of sweet and nutty. I highly recommend them!
Latiah Carey
[email protected]These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love the combination of cinnamon and nuts.