Cinnamon Sugar Polvorón Cookies (Holiday Style!)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light, fluffy, and smooth.
3. Add the vanilla extract and mix again.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt.
5. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
6. Scoop and roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet, leaving slight space around each.
7. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden while the tops remain pale.
8. Allow the cookies to cool for 2–3 minutes, then gently roll the warm cookies in the cinnamon powdered sugar mixture.
9. After they cool completely, roll them again for a thick, snowy finish.

Variations

• Add a splash of almond extract for a deeper holiday flavor.
• Mix a bit of vanilla sugar with the coating for a double-flavor finish.
• Add citrus zest (orange or lemon) to the dough for a bright festive twist.
• Roll in cocoa-cinnamon sugar for a chocolate-spiced version.

Tips

• Handle the cookies gently while warm — they are delicate until fully set.
• If the dough feels too crumbly, knead it lightly with clean hands to bring it together.
• Double the cinnamon sugar coating mixture if you love an extra-thick layer.
• Store in an airtight container; flavor and texture improve after a day.