Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs Rezept

Indulge in the irresistible magic of Authentic Mexican Marranitos! These aren't your average gingerbread pigs; these molasses-rich treats, also known as cochinos or puerquitos, boast a moist, rich crumb beneath a glossy, subtly flaky top. Unlike traditional gingerbread, they're delightfully spiced with cinnamon (and optionally ginger!), relying on molasses for their deep, spicy-brown flavor. Marco Rangel, of Fort Worth's Panaderia San Marcos, shares his family bakery's secret recipe, resulting in melt-in-your-mouth marranitos, perfectly sized (around 4.5 inches) for a delightful treat. This recipe allows you to customize the texture; adjust the baking soda for extra-fluffy pigs! Prepare to be amazed by this unique and delicious Mexican-American tradition.

Vorbereitung 20 Min.

Kochzeit 30 Min.

Kalorien 361 kcal

Eiweiß 12g

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Zutaten für Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs

1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup shortening
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup molasses
2 large eggs
5 tablespoons milk
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)

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Zubereitung von Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup packed brown sugar, 1 cup shortening, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (and 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, optional), and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until a firm paste forms.
Add 1/2 cup molasses, 1 large egg, and 1/4 cup milk; mix well after each addition.
Gradually add 3 cups all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to prevent sticking.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it to 1/4 inch thickness.
Use a large pig-shaped cookie cutter (approximately 4.5 inches) to cut out the marranitos.
Place the marranitos onto the prepared baking sheets.
In a small bowl, lightly whisk 1 large egg with 1 tablespoon of milk (for an egg wash, or use a milk wash for a dairy-free option).
Gently brush the tops of the marranitos with the egg wash.
Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the centers are set. Check for doneness at 15 minutes.
Let the marranitos cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

121g

Fat

Carbs

24g

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Wie lange dauert die Zubereitung von Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs?

Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs dauert insgesamt etwa 50 Minuten – ungefähr 20 Minuten Vorbereitung und 30 Minuten Kochzeit.

Wie viele Kalorien hat Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs?

Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs hat etwa 361 Kalorien pro Portion, mit ungefähr 12 g Eiweiß, 24 g Kohlenhydraten und 7 g Fett.

Welche Zutaten brauche ich für Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs?

Die wichtigsten Zutaten für Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs sind Brown Sugar, Vegetable Shortening, Baking Soda, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Unsulphured Molasses. Die vollständige Liste mit Mengenangaben findest du oben.