Polvoron With Cashews (Filipino Shortbread)

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 1
Polvoron With Cashews (Filipino Shortbread)
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups powdered whole milk ( ex ( Nestle Nido )
1 cup sugar
1 cup melted butter
1 pinch salt
1 cup of crushed cashews ( optional )
30 pieces paper , cellophane cut into 5-inchx5-inch squares ( will be used for wrapping each Polvoron )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
30
Calories
257
Sugar
18g
Fat
17g
Polvoron is a popular dessert in the Philippines, and it is often eaten during special occasions like birthdays and weddings. It is a crumbly shortbread-like biscuit that is made with flour, sugar, powdered milk, and butter. In this recipe, we’ve added crushed cashews to add a nutty flavor and additional health benefits. You can enjoy these Polvoron With Cashews (Filipino Shortbread) as a snack or as a dessert after a hearty Filipino meal.

Instructions

1.Toast flour over medium heat in a pan until light brown. Let it cool down.
2.Mix powdered whole milk, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl.
3.Add toasted flour to the mixture.
4.Slowly pour in melted butter and add crushed cashews until you get a crumbly mixture.
5.Take the mixture and place it into a polvoron mold. Press it down using a spoon. Do this until all the mixture is used up.
6.Chill the polvoron in the fridge for 5-10 minutes then wrap in paper or cellophane squares.

PROS

These Polvoron With Cashews (Filipino Shortbread) are a perfect dessert for any Filipino occasion.
They are easy to make and require only a few ingredients.
They are also a great snack and can be made in bulk and stored in the fridge.
Because of the cashews, they are a great source of protein and dietary fiber.

CONS

One of the cons of this dish is that it is quite high in calories and fat, due to the use of butter in the recipe.
Additionally, the powdered whole milk and sugar are not the most nutritious ingredients, so this dish should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite not being the most nutritious dish, these Polvoron With Cashews (Filipino Shortbread) still offer some health benefits. The crushed cashews provide a great source of protein and dietary fiber, which can help with satiety and digestive health. However, due to the high levels of sugar and fat, this dish should be consumed in moderation.

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