POLVORONES - MEXICAN COOKIES
These pretty little cookies have the flavor of orange, butter and walnut. The powdered sugar balances with a touch of sea salt. I ate cookie after cookie all in the name of being able to write this recipe introduction- or at least that's my excuse and I'm sticking to it. Wrapped in colored tissue paper makes them a perfect way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. From Williams Sonoma Mexican
Provided by cookiedog
Categories Dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 3 dozen cookies
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat together the butter and shortening until creamy. Add 1 1/2 cups of the confectioners' sugar, the orange zest, and the orange juice and beat until blended.
- In another bowl, stir together the flour, nuts, and sea salt. Add the flour mixture 1 tablespoon at a time to the butter mixture, beating until thoroughly incorporated. The dough will be crumbly. Transfer the dough to a large sheet of plastic wrap and press the dough into a ball. Wrap and then refrigerate for 1 - 2 hours.
- Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat the oven to 325°F Line a baking sheet with parchment (baking) paper or with a silicone baking mat.
- Using your hands, roll or squeeze small pieces of the dough into 3/4-inch (2cm) balls. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart and gently pressing them to flatten slightly.
- Bake the cookies until the eges turn pale gold, 10-15 minutes (my oven takes slightly longer).
- Meanwhile, place the remaining 1 cup confectioners' sugar in a shallow bowl. When the cookies are ready, remove the baking sheet from the oven. While they are still hot, using a spatula, remove the cookies one at a time and carefully roll them in the sugar. Set aside on a rack and let cool completely, then roll them again in the sugar, shaking off any excess.
- Serve the cookies at once, or layer between sheets of parchment paper in an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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Erroll Christ
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe to anyone. It's a waste of time and ingredients.
Lance Charles
[email protected]These cookies were a complete disaster. They didn't hold together at all, and they tasted like flour.
Rebecca Walchak
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my cookies turned out really dry. I think I might have overbaked them.
Avery Logan
[email protected]These cookies were really easy to make, but they didn't have much flavor. I think I'll try adding some more spices next time.
Ines Collazo
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my cookies didn't turn out as crumbly as I expected. They were still good, but they weren't quite what I was hoping for.
Sinyou rita
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too crumbly for my taste. I think I might have overmixed the dough. But the flavor was still really good.
Hamza Kasozi
[email protected]I love these cookies! They're so simple to make, and they're always a hit with my friends and family. I especially love the way they melt in your mouth.
David Calvin
[email protected]These cookies are delicious! They're the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I love the way the cinnamon and nutmeg flavors come together. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus.
Ramjan Khan
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making these cookies because I'm not a big fan of pecans. But I'm so glad I tried them! The pecans add a really nice flavor and texture to the cookies. They're not too sweet, and they have a really nice crumbly texture.
Maxwell Kimutai
[email protected]These cookies are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family and friends. I love the way they crumble in your mouth. They're the perfect cookie to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.
Prince Sunday
[email protected]I've made polvorones before, but this recipe is by far the best. The cookies are so light and airy, and they just melt in your mouth. I also love the addition of the orange zest. It gives the cookies a really nice citrusy flavor.
Keri Neering
[email protected]These polvorones are the perfect balance of crumbly and melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness. I love the nutty flavor of the pecans and the hint of cinnamon. They're so easy to make, too! I'll definitely be making these again.