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Cinnamon Polvorones (Mexican Shortbread Cookies)

Recipe by Marlen Zuñiga

A simple, budget‑friendly Mexican shortbread cookie called polvorones. Crispy on the edges, melt‑in‑your‑mouth soft inside, and coated with a sweet cinnamon‑sugar dust. Perfect for a snack, dessert, or to start a small home‑based bakery.

EasyMexicanServes 24

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Source Video
35m
Prep
44m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 29m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$3.07
Per serving:$0.13

Critical Success Points

  • Creaming the shortening and sugar until smooth
  • Gradual incorporation of flour to achieve a soft, non‑sticky dough
  • Baking until just lightly golden – overbaking makes them hard
  • Coating while the cookies are still warm for the sugar to adhere

Safety Warnings

  • Use oven mitts when handling hot baking sheets.
  • Shortening can become very hot; avoid skin contact during kneading.
  • Do not leave the oven unattended while baking.

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