Mexican Sugar Cookies (Polverones)

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 325.

2. 2

   Spray cookie sheets with non stick cooking spray.

3. 3

   Cream butter, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and half of cinnamon (1/2 tsp.) Add 1 1/2 cups flour and baking powder.

4. 4

   Mix until well blended.

5. 5

   At this point you may add additional flour if dough is too sticky.

6. 6

   Roll dough into 1 1/4 inch balls.

7. 7

   Place on cookie sheet.

8. 8

   Flatten each ball with a glass coated with granulated sugar.

9. 9

   Bake 20-25 minutes until edges are golden brown.

10. 10

    Let stand 3-4 minutes before coating with following mixture.

11. 11

    Combine granulated sugar, grated chocolate, and remaining cinnamon in a small bowl.

12. 12

    Stir to combine.

13. 13

    Coat cookies with sugar, chocolate and cinnamon mixture on both sides.

14. 14

    Allow cookies to cool.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.