Ingredients
– 200 grams flour Toasted to a golden brown for the base structure
– 150 grams powdered sugar Sweetens the mix to balanced perfection
– 100 grams lard or butter Acts as the fat to bind ingredients and provide smoothness
– 50 grams ground almonds Adds nutty flavor and essential nutrients
– 2 cups toasted all-purpose flour Provides a rich, nutty foundation essential for the traditional texture
– 1 cup powdered milk Enhances creaminess and nutritional profile for variations
– 1/2 cup melted butter Helps form the crumbly dough
Instructions
First Step: Toast the all-purpose flour over medium heat, stirring continually until golden brown and fragrant, about 10 minutes to achieve the signature flavor.
Second Step: In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted flour, powdered sugar, and ground almonds thoroughly for an even blend.
Third Step: Slowly add melted butter or lard to the dry mixture and mix until it forms a crumbly yet cohesive texture, adjusting moisture as needed for consistency.
Fourth Step: Press the mixture firmly into molds to shape into rounds or ovals, handling gently to avoid breaking the delicate dough.
Final Step: Carefully unmold the pieces and let them cool completely before wrapping individually to preserve freshness; the entire process takes less than an hour.
Last Step:
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🌡️ Toasting the flour is essential – it develops the nutty flavor and gives polvorón their characteristic taste
🥛 Handle the finished cookies gently as they crumble easily – wrap individually to prevent breakage
🌰 For variations, try adding ground peanuts, powdered milk, or coating with melted chocolate
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cooling time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish
- Diet: Vegetarian (with butter)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
