Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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60
servings
2.5 cup

flour

sifted

1 cup

butter

softened

1 tsp

vanilla

0.25 tsp

salt

0.5 cup

confectioners' sugar

1 unit

confectioners' sugar

for dusting

1 cup

nuts

minced

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~3 min

Sift flour and salt together in a bowl.

Step 3
~3 min

In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

Step 4
~3 min

Blend in vanilla extract.

Step 5
~3 min

Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just smooth.

Step 6
~3 min

Blend in the minced nuts.

Step 7
~3 min

Form the dough into 1-inch balls.

Step 8
~3 min

Place the dough balls on an ungreased cookie sheet.

Step 9
~3 min

Flatten the balls slightly.

Step 10
~3 min

Bake for 12 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Step 11
~3 min

Dust the cookies immediately with confectioners' sugar while they are still warm.

Step 12
~3 min

Allow the cookies to cool completely.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Chill the dough before forming into balls to prevent spreading.

Use high-quality butter for the best flavor.

Dust the cookies with confectioners' sugar while they are still warm for better adherence.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and chilled.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium (powdered sugar)
Smell Intensity
Medium (buttery, vanilla)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coffee or tea.

Offer as part of a dessert assortment.

Package as gifts for friends and family.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Hot chocolate
Coffee

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Often served at weddings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Weddings
Christmas
QuinceaƱeras

Occasion Tags

Christmas
Wedding
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

70/100

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