Montecaos de Mamine

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 325 degrees, and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Pour the oil or butter into a mixing bowl.

3. 3

   Stir in the confectioners sugar and almonds, mixing well.

4. 4

   Mix together the flour, salt, baking powder, and half the cinnamon.

5. 5

   Add to the oil mixture, and stir until blended.

6. 6

   Cover the batter with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

7. 7

   If, when you remove the batter from the refrigerator, it is a bit runny, then just add a little more flour to make it hold its shape.

8. 8

   Scoop up a level tablespoon of cookie dough and mold it with your hands into a ball.

9. 9

   Repeat, using all the dough.

10. 10

    Arrange the balls about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet, and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.

11. 11

    Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until beige-colored, changing the position of the cookie sheets halfway through.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.