Toast the almonds lightly before chopping to enhance their flavor. Watch them carefully to prevent burning. Chilling the dough is crucial for preventing the cookies from spreading too thin during baking. For a richer flavor, use brown butter instead of regular softened butter. Allow the brown butter to cool and solidify slightly before creaming with the sugar. Don't skip the double coating of powdered sugar! It gives the cookies their signature look and extra sweetness. Experiment with different nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, for a unique twist. If you want to get fancy, add a pinch of cardamom or cinnamon to the dough for a warm, spicy flavor.
Mexican Wedding Cookies
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 55 mins
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SERVING36 People
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VIEWS1.1K
Delicate and crumbly, these Mexican Wedding Cookies offer a symphony of buttery, nutty flavors encased in a cloud of sweet powdered sugar. Their melt-in-your-mouth texture makes them an irresistible treat, perfect for holiday celebrations or any occasion that calls for a touch of sweetness.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate10 g
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Cholesterol14 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium1 mg
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Prepare: Gather all ingredients and ensure the butter is properly softened. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Cream: In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. (3-5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Blend in the vanilla extract and water until well combined. (1 minute)
04 Step
Recipe View Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, toasted almonds, and salt to the butter mixture. Mix on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (2-3 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Chill: Cover the dough tightly with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 3 hours. This helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking. (1-3 hours)
06 Step
Recipe View Preheat: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). (15 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Shape: Remove the dough from the refrigerator and shape into 1-inch balls. (10-15 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Bake: Place the cookies 2 inches apart on unlined baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. (15-20 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and carefully transfer them to wire racks to cool completely. (20-30 minutes)
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Recipe View Coat: Place the powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Once the cookies are completely cool, roll them in the powdered sugar to coat generously. For an extra coating, let the first layer of powdered sugar set for a few minutes, then roll them again. (10-15 minutes)
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Recipe View Store: Transfer the coated cookies to an airtight container and store at room temperature. They will keep well for up to a week.
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Xander Ullrich
Apr 19, 2024My family devoured these in minutes! I will definitely be making these again.
Tierra Rice
Nov 30, 2022The double coating of powdered sugar makes all the difference! So festive and delicious.
Frederique Kulas
Sep 20, 2022The chilling time is essential; my first batch spread like crazy because I didn't chill the dough long enough.
Blanca Tillman
Jun 26, 2022I tried the brown butter variation, and it added such a depth of flavor! Definitely recommend.
Edward Glover
Apr 4, 2022These cookies are absolutely divine! They truly melt in your mouth.
Berta Kub
Jan 26, 2022Easy to follow recipe and the results were amazing. My kids loved helping to roll them in powdered sugar!