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Puertorican Polvorones

Cultural Context

Polvorones are a traditional Puerto Rican treat, often enjoyed during the holiday season and special occasions. These crumbly shortbread cookies are known for their rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture, typically made with butter, flour, and nuts. In Puerto Rico, they symbolize warmth and hospitality, often shared among family and friends. Today, variations exist across Latin America, but the Puerto Rican version remains a beloved classic.

Puerto RicanPRdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 bar of butter
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup of Crisco
1/2 cup of sugar
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups of flour

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while maintaining texture.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: erythritol

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Erythritol is a low-calorie sweetener.

pecans

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide similar texture and flavor.

1

Preheat your oven.

2

In a bowl, cream together the butter and Crisco until smooth.

3

Add the sugar and mix well.

4

Stir in the vanilla extract.

5

Gradually add the flour and mix until a dough forms.

6

Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.

7

Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggstree-nuts

Also Known As

Puerto Rican Shortbread CookiesPolvorones de Puerto Rico

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