Get ready to transport yourself to the charming kitchens of Spain with these mouthwatering traditional cookies that have been passed down through generations! Rosquillas de la Abuela, or "Grandmother's Little Rings," are not just a simple treat - they're a delicious journey into Spanish culinary heritage that will make your taste buds dance with joy. These delicate, ring-shaped cookies infused with a hint of anise are so irresistibly good, you'll want to make them again and again!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Spanish
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp anise extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated into the butter and sugar mixture.
- Stir in the anise extract and milk, mixing until everything is well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Once the dough is ready, use your hands to shape small balls (about the size of a walnut) and then form them into rings. Ensure the rings are not too thick, as they will expand while baking.
- Place the formed rings onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden on the edges. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-baking.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- After the cookies have cooled, dust them generously with powdered sugar for a sweet finish.
- Enjoy your homemade Rosquillas de la Abuela with a cup of coffee or tea!
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this ensures the perfect texture for your dough.
- When shaping the rings, keep them uniform in size for even baking.
- Don't skip sifting the flour and baking powder - this helps create a lighter, more delicate cookie.
- Watch the cookies closely in the last 5 minutes of baking to prevent over-browning.
- Let the cookies cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent the sugar from melting.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain their delightful texture for up to 5 days.
- For an extra touch of authenticity, serve these with a traditional Spanish café con leche!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 25mg
