Mexican Christmas Sweet Treats (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
03 - 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract or 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) almond extract
04 - 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
05 - 1/2 tsp (1 g) ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 tsp (1.5 g) salt
07 - 1/4 tsp (1 g) baking powder

→ Cinnamon-Sugar Coating

08 - 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
09 - 1 tbsp (8 g) ground cinnamon

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Beat softened butter and powdered sugar together until light, fluffy, and creamy.
03 - Incorporate vanilla or almond extract into the butter mixture.
04 - Whisk together flour, ground cinnamon, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
05 - Add dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
06 - Roll dough into small balls or shape into round cutouts, then place on prepared baking sheets.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until bottoms are lightly golden.
08 - While still warm, gently toss cookies in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to fully coat.
09 - Allow cookies to cool completely before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Softened butter ensures a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

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