🇲🇽 Mexico · Dessert
Mexican Cinnamon Polvorones
By eatmundo · August 3, 2026
🇲🇽 MXButtery, crumbly shortbread cookies that melt in your mouth, heavily spiced with aromatic cinnamon.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Cream 150g butter and 150g sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy.
- 3
Add 3 eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until smooth.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk 300g flour, 10g baking powder, and 1 tbsp cinnamon.
- 5
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft, uniform dough forms.
- 6
Roll small portions of dough into walnut-sized balls and place them on the baking sheet.
- 7
Flatten them slightly and bake for 15-18 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- 8
Let them cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to set.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are my cookies falling apart?+
These are 'polvorones' (dust cookies); handle them gently as their crumbly texture is intentional.
Can I use margarine instead?+
Butter is essential for the rich, melt-in-your-mouth flavor characteristic of authentic polvorones.
How do I store them?+
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week to maintain their texture.
Should I dust them with sugar?+
Yes, rolling the warm cookies in extra cinnamon sugar enhances their aroma and sweet finish.
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