Mexican Wedding Cakes

Vegetarian
Mexican Wedding Cakes
45 min.
48
87kcal

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These delightful Mexican Wedding Cakes are the perfect bite-sized treat for any occasion! A vegetarian recipe that's surprisingly easy to make, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies are ready in just 45 minutes and yield a generous 48 servings – perfect for sharing with friends, family, or holiday gatherings. Each delicate cookie boasts a mere 87 calories, allowing you to indulge without excessive guilt.

The secret to their irresistible texture lies in the creamy butter base, perfectly complemented by the crunch of toasted pecans and a subtle hint of cinnamon. The simple yet elegant combination of buttery shortbread, sweet powdered sugar, and warm spice creates a truly unforgettable flavor profile. Imagine the delightful aroma filling your kitchen as these little gems bake to a golden perfection. Their delicate crumbly texture is simply divine, and the cinnamon sugar coating adds a touch of magic.

Prepare to be amazed by how quickly these come together. With minimal chilling time and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can achieve impressive results. Plus, they can be made ahead of time, making them ideal for busy schedules. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen newbie, these Mexican Wedding Cakes are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, promising a delightful dessert experience for everyone.

Ingredients

  • cups flour 
  • cup butter room temperature (2 sticks)
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • cup pecans toasted
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Using electric mixer, beat butter in large bowl until light and fluffy.
  2. Add 1/2 cup powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until well blended. Beat in flour, then pecans. Divide dough in half; form each half into ball. Wrap separately in plastic; chill until cold, about 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  4. Whisk remaining 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar and cinnamon in pie dish to blend. Set cinnamon sugar aside.
  5. Working with half of chilled dough, roll dough by 2 teaspoonfuls between palms into balls. Arrange balls on heavy large baking sheet, spacing 1/2 inch apart.
  6. Bake cookies until golden brown on bottom and just pale golden on top, about 18 minutes. Cool cookies 5 minutes on baking sheet. Gently toss warm cookies in cinnamon sugar to coat completely.
  7. Transfer coated cookies to rack and cool completely. Repeat procedure with remaining half of dough. (Cookies can be prepared 2 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature; reserve remaining cinnamon sugar.)
  8. Sift remaining cinnamon sugar over cookies and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories87kcal
Protein3.47%
Fat54.61%
Carbs41.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.92
Glycemic Load
2.89
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.3982608641457%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.22mg
Delphinidin
0.15mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epigallocatechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:87.06kcal
4.35%
Fat:5.37g
8.26%
Saturated Fat:2.57g
16.04%
Carbohydrates:9.28g
3.09%
Net Carbohydrates:8.94g
3.25%
Sugar:5.01g
5.57%
Cholesterol:10.17mg
3.39%
Sodium:30.63mg
1.33%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.42%
100%
Protein:0.77g
1.54%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.49%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.65%
Selenium:1.92µg
2.74%
Folate:10.13µg
2.53%
Vitamin A:119.35IU
2.39%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.83%
Vitamin B3:0.33mg
1.67%
Iron:0.3mg
1.66%
Copper:0.03mg
1.64%
Fiber:0.34g
1.37%
Phosphorus:12.49mg
1.25%
Source:Epicurious