Description
Delicate, buttery, and sweet, these Mexican Wedding Cookies melt in your mouth with every bite. Their nutty flavor and soft texture, rolled in powdered sugar, make them perfect for holidays, weddings, or a cozy afternoon treat. Simple to make yet incredibly elegant, these cookies will quickly become a favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons water
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped almonds
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup powdered sugar (or more as needed)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a medium mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and white sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and water, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, chopped almonds, and salt. Mix on low speed until the dough comes together.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 3 hours to firm up.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper or leave them unlined for crispier cookies.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls using your hands.
- Place the balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar:
- Place powdered sugar in a shallow bowl.
- Roll each cooled cookie in powdered sugar until fully coated.
- For extra sweetness, roll the cookies in powdered sugar a second time just before serving.
- Store:
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Notes
- Chilling the Dough: Don’t skip this step; it prevents the cookies from spreading during baking.
- Nut Alternatives: Substitute almonds with pecans, walnuts, or hazelnuts for a variation in flavor.
- Freezing Instructions: Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before shaping and baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-3 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American