Mexican wedding cookies
Description
The pastry is simple and quick to prepare. Tender crumbly cookies will decorate your holiday table. The pastry is ready. Serve at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Cut the butter into pieces and melt in a saucepan over low heat. Immediately remove any foam that forms on the surface. Turn off the heat and let it stand for 5 minutes. Carefully strain the butter, making sure no solid particles remain. You should end up with approximately 1 cup.
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Step 2
2. Preheat the oven to 190 degrees. In a bowl, combine warm butter with sugar and place in the refrigerator until the mixture hardens, about 30 minutes.
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Step 3
3. Remove from the refrigerator and beat until the mixture resembles whipped cream. Gradually add the flour and mix with a spoon or spatula. Then add almond flour and vanilla, mix well. Knead the dough.
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Step 4
4. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 2 cm. Cut into circles using a cookie cutter. They may crumble, as they are very fragile.
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Step 5
5. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges begin to change color. The centers should remain pale.
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Step 6
6. Let cool on the baking sheet for several minutes. Dust the cookies with powdered sugar and serve.