Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs Recette

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.

Préparation 20 min

Cuisson 30 min

Calories 361 kcal

Protéines 12g

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Ingrédients pour 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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Comment préparer 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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Combien de temps faut-il pour préparer Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs ?

Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs prend environ 50 minutes du début à la fin — environ 20 minutes de préparation et 30 minutes de cuisson.

Combien de calories contient Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs ?

Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs contient environ 361 calories par portion, avec environ 12 g de protéines, 24 g de glucides et 7 g de lipides.

De quels ingrédients ai-je besoin pour Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs ?

Les principaux ingrédients de Authentic Mexican Marranitos Molasses Gingerbread Pigs sont Brown Sugar, Vegetable Shortening, Baking Soda, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Unsulphured Molasses. Consultez la liste complète avec les quantités ci-dessus.