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Cortadillos Mexicanos

Cultural Context

Cortadillos Mexicanos are traditional Mexican shortbread cookies that originate from various regions in Mexico, often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings. These treats are celebrated for their rich buttery flavor and sweet fruit filling, symbolizing hospitality and warmth in Mexican culture. Today, they are a popular dessert in Mexican bakeries and are often adapted with different fruit fillings or spices, reflecting the diverse culinary landscape of the country.

MexicanMXdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
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350 gramos de azúcar refinada
1 cucharada de esencia de vainilla
240 mililitros de aceite
450 gramos de harina de trigo todo uso
2 cucharadas de polvo para hornear
360 mililitros de leche a temperatura ambiente
colorante amarillo (opcional)
200 gramos de azucar glass
3 cucharadas de leche
20 gramos de mantequilla sin sal derretida

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option with healthy fats.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: oat flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

fruit preserves

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Fresh fruit reduces sugar content and enhances flavor.

1

Preheat the oven to the appropriate temperature.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs and sugar, and beat until fluffy.

3

Add the vanilla essence and oil, mixing well.

4

In another bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.

5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until smooth.

6

If using, add the yellow food coloring and mix until evenly distributed.

7

Pour the batter into a prepared baking pan.

8

Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick comes out clean.

9

While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar, milk, and melted butter until smooth.

10

Once the cake is done, let it cool before glazing.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

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Also Known As

CortadillosMexican Shortbread
Local Name: Cortadillos Mexicanos

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