HOW TO MAKE POLVORONES (MEXICAN WEDDING COOKIES)

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Place walnuts into a blender and grind until finely ground.

In a mixing bowl, combine shortening, powdered sugar, and Mexican vanilla blend and beat until smooth.

Combine flour, baking powder, and salt with the mixture and blend well.

Fold in the ground walnuts until evenly mixed.

Shape the dough into balls using a spoon and hands, placing them on an ungreased baking sheet.

Bake for 50 minutes at 350°F (175°C).

Let cookies cool for 15-20 minutes.

Dip cookies in powdered sugar to coat.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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