POLVORONES DE CHOCOLATE (MEXICAN CHOCOLATE COOKIES)

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I found this recipe in a Mexican cooking magazine called "Panaderia Mexicana Tradicional". The recipe was originally written in Spanish and the measurements were in grams. I translated the recipe into English and converted the measurements to accomodate the American kitchen. Living in Texas, we have a lot of Mexican bakeries! I love going into the panaderia by the farmer's market. I love Mexican pastries because they are not too sweet. This cookie is one of my favorites!

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 13 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups powdered sugar, plus
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 1/4 cups vegetable shortening, plus
2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
2 eggs
2 tablespoons cocoa
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
granulated sugar, for rolling

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
  • Blend well.
  • Cover dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Scoop about two tablespoons of dough, roll into a large ball, then roll in granulated sugar.
  • Place ball of dough onto a baking sheet.
  • Flatten ball with the palm of your hand to about 1/4-inch thick.
  • Sprinkle a little extra sugar on top.
  • Repeat process with the rest of the dough, placing them 2-inches apart once flattened.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes.
  • Make sure you not over bake!
  • Remove cookies from oven and leave on cookie sheet for 5 minutes, before transfering to a wire rack to cool completely.

Rabin Xettri
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.


Sajid Mehmood
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I've never had polvorones before, but these were amazing! They're so light and airy, and the chocolate flavor is perfect.


nonhlanhla mdluli
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These cookies were delicious! I loved the rich chocolate flavor and the crumbly texture.


Cyrus Murimi
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate cookies, but these were pretty good. The chocolate flavor wasn't too overpowering and the cookies were nice and crumbly.


FOREX TRADE INVESTMENT
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These cookies were easy to make and they tasted great. I would definitely make them again.


SR Media70
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I had a hard time finding some of the ingredients, but the cookies were worth the effort. They were delicious!


RK Rasel babu
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These cookies were a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was good.


M SHARIF
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I've made these cookies several times and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love the combination of chocolate and nuts.


Mad Hatter
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These cookies were easy to make and turned out beautifully. The chocolate flavor was rich and the texture was perfect.


TIBERIUS MUGENDI
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I'm not usually a big fan of chocolate cookies, but these were amazing! The chocolate flavor was rich and decadent, and the cookies were so soft and crumbly.


Princess Aidoo
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These were a hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture.


Yuri Vazquez
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I love how these cookies turned out! They're so festive and perfect for the holidays. My family loved them too.


prahalad shah
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Absolutely delicious! These polvorones are the perfect combination of rich chocolate and crumbly texture. They're so easy to make, too. I'll definitely be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.