POLVORONES MEXICAN WEDDING COOKIES RECIPE | MEXICAN COOKIES

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while margarine is often less expensive.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: erythritol

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Erythritol is a low-calorie sweetener, while granulated sugar is more economical.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds are nutrient-rich and sunflower seeds are often less costly.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean paste

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean paste offers a richer flavor, while essence is typically more affordable.

Sift together flour, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt.

Add the butter and mix with hands until crumbly.

Incorporate vanilla extract and chopped nuts into the mixture.

Form the dough into small balls or preferred shapes.

Bake in the oven at 350°F for a few minutes, checking for a slight golden tone on the bottom.

Let cookies rest for 10-15 minutes before coating in powdered sugar.

Coat cookies in powdered sugar, optionally double coating for extra sweetness.

Cooking Techniques

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