Mantecadito Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Topping
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until well blended.
- 2
Cream Butter and Sugar
In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- 3
- 4
Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not over-mix.
- 5
Chill the Dough
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
Baking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 7
Shape the Cookies
After chilling, scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
- 8
Bake the Cookies
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may still appear soft.
- 9
Cool the Cookies
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Finishing Touch
- 10
Dust with Powdered Sugar
Once the cookies are completely cool, dust them generously with powdered sugar before serving.
