Polvorones de Puerto Rico

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (225g) powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 cup (60g) vegetable shortening
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.2g) salt
• Ground cinnamon for dusting

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 12-15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, powdered sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Cut the cold butter and shortening into small cubes and add them to the dry ingredients.
4. Use your fingers or a pastry blender to work the fat into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Add the vanilla extract and mix until a dough forms. Avoid overworking the dough.
6. Form the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
8. Allow the polvorones to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before dusting them with additional cinnamon and serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving Size: 2 cookies
• Calories: 250
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Buttery and crumbly
• Mildly sweet with a hint of cinnamon
• Perfect for any occasion or as a treat

User Comments:

• "These polvorones are amazing! They have the perfect balance of sweetness and flavor."
• "I love that they're so easy to make and always come out delicious."
• "A true taste of Puerto Rican tradition that I can enjoy in my own home."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use cold butter and shortening to ensure flaky layers.
• Do not overwork the dough, as this will make the polvorones tough.
• If the dough is too dry, add a little water 1 tablespoon at a time.
• If the dough is too wet, add a little flour 1 tablespoon at a time.
• Let the polvorones cool slightly before dusting with cinnamon, to prevent the cinnamon from burning.