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LA MEJOR RECETA DE CORTADILLOS / receta económica para negocio

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Cortadillos

Cultural Context

Cortadillos are a traditional Mexican dessert, often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings. These sweet bars, made with simple ingredients like flour, sugar, and fruit preserves, reflect the resourcefulness of home bakers in Mexico. Today, variations can be found across Latin America, showcasing different fillings and toppings, making them a beloved treat in many households.

MexicanMXdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
flour
sugar
baking powder
butter
eggs
vanilla extract
milk
cinnamon
salt
sweetened condensed milk
powdered sugar
coconut flakes
chopped nuts
fruit preserves
lemon zest

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk + sugar

Coconut milk offers a lighter option with a similar texture.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is plant-based and can be healthier.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia is a low-calorie sweetener.

coconut flakes

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: shredded wheat

Almond flour provides a nutty flavor with fewer carbs.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

3

Mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.

4

In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

5

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

6

Stir in vanilla extract and milk until combined.

7

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

8

Spread half of the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.

9

Layer fruit preserves over the batter, spreading it evenly.

10

Pour the remaining batter over the preserves, smoothing the top.

11

Sprinkle coconut flakes and chopped nuts on top if desired.

12

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

13

Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into squares.

14

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Cortadillos de dulceCortadillos de leche
Local Name: Cortadillos

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