Mexican Cookie Rings

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 14

Delightful Mexican Cookie Rings for your sweet cravings

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

27 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

126

Sugar

Fat

Mexican Cookie Rings, also known as Bizcochitos, are a traditional dessert in Mexico. They are usually baked during Christmas time and enjoyed with hot cocoa or coffee. The cookies are made with a simple dough that contains flour, butter, sugar, and egg yolks. They are then shaped into rings and rolled in multicolored sprinkles to give them a festive touch. Although the recipe is straightforward, the cookies are delicious and addictive!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350F (175C).
2.	In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; Set aside.
3.	In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks one at a time.
4.	Stir in the vanilla extract.
5.	Gradually mix in the dry ingredients.
6.	Form the dough into a log shape and roll it in the multicolored sprinkles (if desired).
7.	Cut the log into 1/2 inch (1.5cm) rings.
8.	Place the rings on a greased baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until golden brown.
9.	Let cool and serve.

PROS

Mexican Cookie Rings are easy to make and a fun treat for kids and adults alike.

They have a festive and colorful appearance that makes them perfect for parties, holidays, and special occasions.

The sprinkles add a nice crunch and sweetness to the cookies.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and sugar, which may not be suitable for individuals on a restricted diet.

Also, the recipe uses egg yolks, which might be a challenge for those with egg allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Mexican Cookie Rings are not the healthiest option out there, you can use substitutes for the ingredients to make them more nutritious and flavorful.
For example, you can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, swap sugar with a natural sweetener like honey, and add nuts or seeds to the dough for extra crunch and protein.

	1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
	1/2 teaspoon baking powder
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/2 cup butter
	2/3 cup white sugar
	3 egg yolks
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract
	5 tablespoons multicolored sprinkles ( jimmies ) ( optional )