Polvorones

Indulge in the sweet, crumbly delight of Polvorones, traditional Spanish almond cookies infused with warm cinnamon and anise. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy afternoons with tea.

• 300 g all-purpose flour
• 200 g almond flour
• 150 g powdered sugar
• 100 g lard
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
• 1 tablespoon anise seeds
• 1 pinch salt

Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix the sifted all-purpose flour, almond flour, powdered sugar, cinnamon, anise seeds, and salt until well combined.

3. 3

   Add lard (or butter) to the dry ingredients and mix with your hands until it forms a crumbly texture.

4. 4

   Knead the dough gently until it comes together. Do not over-knead.

5. 5

   Shape the dough into small balls, then flatten them slightly to form discs about 1 cm thick.

6. 6

   Place the discs on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden but not browned.

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack before dusting with powdered sugar.