Traditional Orange Polvorones

Alejandra Cota
These crunchy and crumbly orange cookies are traditional in Mexican bakeries and are a must in every Mexican home. They have an exquisite orange aroma, and paired with a cup of coffee, they will sweeten all your mornings.
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Ingredients
8
Servings
  • 4 cups flour
  • 2 cups vegetable shortening
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 1/4 cups sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • 1 orange, zest
Preparation
30 mins
15 mins
Low
  • Preheat the oven to 175°C.
  • Place all the ingredients in a bowl, and using a spatula, cream until perfectly mixed.
  • On a floured surface, knead the previous mixture for 5 minutes, or until it comes off your hands.
  • Form 80-gram balls and place them on a baking sheet, gently press with your hand, and bake for 15 minutes. Let cool and set aside.
  • Serve with a cup of coffee.

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