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Marranitos

Cultural Context

Marranitos, also known as puerquitos, are traditional Mexican cookies shaped like pigs, often enjoyed during the Day of the Dead celebrations and other festive occasions. They reflect the rich culinary heritage of Mexico, where baking with spices like ginger and cinnamon is common. Today, marranitos are loved not only in Mexico but also in the United States, where they can be found in Mexican bakeries, showcasing the blend of cultural traditions.

MexicanMXdessert
45 min
medium
24 servings
Servings4
500 grs de harina de trigo para todo uso
225 grs de mantequilla sin sal a temperatura ambiente
1 huevo
1 pizca de sal
3 cucharaditas de polvo para hornear
1 cucharadita bicarbonato de sodio
1 piloncillo (200 grs)
3/4 taza de leche
1 trozo de canela entera
2 clavos de olor
1 anis estrella

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

molasses

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Honey provides a similar sweetness with different flavor notes.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia is a low-calorie sweetener.

1

Preheat the oven.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3

In another bowl, cream the butter and piloncillo together until well combined.

4

Add the egg and milk to the butter mixture and mix well.

5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

6

Incorporate the whole cinnamon stick, cloves, and star anise into the dough.

7

Shape the dough into pig shapes (marranitos) and place them on a baking sheet.

8

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

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Also Known As

PuerquitosGingerbread Pigs
Local Name: Marranitos

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