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Spanish Polvorones

Spanish Polvorones: Soft and Buttery Holiday Treats

Spanish polvorones are soft, buttery cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for holiday sharing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free blends for a gluten-free option
  • 1 cup powdered sugar reserve extra for dusting after baking
  • 1 cup ground almonds almond flour can be used as an alternative
  • 1 cup lard or butter for a vegan twist, use coconut oil or vegan butter
For Flavor Enhancements
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon can swap with nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest optional
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • fine sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by toasting the all-purpose flour in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes until lightly golden.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled toasted flour, ground almonds, and powdered sugar.
  3. Add the lard or butter and mix until the dough becomes crumbly, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Shape the dough into small balls and flatten them into discs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. Dust the tops of cooled cookies with powdered sugar using a fine sieve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store Spanish polvorones in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.

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