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I want to make Polvoron cookies ( mexican shortbread ) The recipe I have gives me cookies that are hollow in the midle and also they don't spread much.
The recipe is very simple: 1 portion sugar, 1 portion shortening, 2 portions flour and small portions of egg, baking powder and baking soda.
Can you help me to improve them?
Thanks
It sounds like you may be using a little bit too much flour. Usually when cookies don't spread it is the flour. You might also try using a butter flavored shortening or reducing the shortening and adding a little butter. This frequently works in recipes.
Good Luck!
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Beth Milakovic
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I have been the owner of my own bakery and still do frequent catering jobs. I have been a baker all my life and specialize in cookies and yeast breads or rolls. I will be happy to share or help modify recipes that you are having trouble with. Baking should be fun and I hope I can extend the joy and pleasure I have found with others.
Experience
Former bakery owner. I still run, on a limited basis, my own catering company.
Organizations
Lafayette Business Women
Awards and Honors
Indiana State Fair Yeast bake off champion 1999-2003
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