Mantecadas shaped like cempasúchil

Name: Mantecadas shaped like cempasúchil
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Mexicana
Ingredients: 5 eggs, for the mantecadas; 1 cup sugar, for the mantecadas; 1 cup vegetable oil, for the mantecadas; 1/2 cups orange juice, for the mantecadas; 1 tablespoon REXAL® baking powder, for the mantecadas; 2 cups flour, sifted, for the mantecadas; 1 tablespoon orange zest, for the mantecadas; butter frosting; orange food coloring, in spray

Rexal

In Mexico, one of the most important celebrations is the Day of the Dead, as it is a festival that allows us to keep our traditions alive and prepare our best recipes for the offering. However, the living can also enjoy these dishes, which is why we share these orange mantecadas, which are decorated like cempasúchil flowers.

The best part is that this type of sweet bread is made with very few ingredients such as flour, REXAL® baking powder, egg, and orange zest. To top it off, they will be ready in just 60 minutes.

Did you know? The cempasúchil flower is placed on Day of the Dead altars to guide the souls of the deceased.

Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 04-10-2023

Preparation

35 mins

25 mins

Low

In a bowl, mix REXAL® baking powder, flour, and orange zest until well combined. Set aside. Use an electric mixer to beat the eggs with the sugar until the mixture doubles in size and takes on a pale color. While continuing to mix, gradually add the oil. Then pour in the orange juice and continue mixing until well incorporated. Add the dry ingredient mixture and beat until you obtain a thick mixture.

Place cupcake liners in a muffin tin, pour in the mixture, and bake at 200 °C for 25 minutes.