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Puerto Rican Mantecaditos Recipe

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Description

Mantecaditos are a classic Puerto Rican dessert that is a must-have during the Christmas season. These little cookies are buttery, crumbly, and melt in your mouth. They are perfect to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea. The name "mantecaditos" comes from the Spanish word "manteca," which means lard. However, this recipe uses butter instead of lard.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 15 minutes.

Ingredients

For the dough:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the topping:
  • 1/2 cup guava jelly, melted
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooking brush

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg yolk and beat until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  5. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and beat until just combined.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Press down on each ball with your thumb to create an indentation in the center.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  10. Using a cooking brush, brush the melted guava jelly onto the center of each cookie.
  11. Dust with powdered sugar.
  12. Let cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure the butter is at room temperature before starting the recipe. If it's too cold, it won't cream properly with the sugar.
  • If you can't find guava jelly, you can use any other jelly or jam that you like.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 120
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Sodium: 25mg
  • Sugar: 6g

Recipes FAQ

What is mantecaditos?

Mantecaditos are a classic Puerto Rican dessert that is a must-have during the Christmas season. These little cookies are buttery, crumbly, and melt in your mouth.

What is guava jelly?

Guava jelly is a sweet and tangy jelly made from guava fruit. It is commonly used in Puerto Rican cuisine and can be found in most Latin American grocery stores.

Can I use lard instead of butter?

Traditionally, mantecaditos are made with lard. However, this recipe uses butter instead for a richer flavor.

Recipe Tips

  • Don't overwork the dough. Overmixing can result in tough cookies.
  • Make sure to leave enough space between the cookies on the baking sheet. They will spread slightly as they bake.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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