Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 500 grams
- Unsalted butter: 250 grams
- Granulated sugar: 200 grams
- Eggs: 3
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Chocolate chips or cocoa powder for decoration
- Pinch of salt
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including chilling time)
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing well to form a dough.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to desired thickness. Cut out pig-shaped cookies using a cookie cutter.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet and decorate with chocolate chips or cocoa powder.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Mexican-inspired pig-shaped cookies with a sweet and vanilla flavor.
- Decorated with chocolate for a rich and festive look.
- Perfect for any celebration or as a treat for family and friends.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are adorable! The shape is so cute and the chocolate decoration makes them even more appealing."
- "The flavor is great, the combination of vanilla and chocolate is really delicious."
- "The cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, exactly what I like."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use room temperature butter for easier mixing.
- Chill the dough for at least an hour to make it easier to handle and shape.
- Decorate the cookies as you prefer, adding more chocolate or other toppings if desired.
- For best results, use fresh ingredients from reputable supermarkets.
