POLVERONES DE CANELA

also known as Mexican Wedding Cookies

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup powdered sugar
½ tsp. cinnamon
¼ tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 cups all purpose flour

Rolling Mixture:

½ cup powdered sugar
½ tsp. cinnamon

mix softened butter with powdered sugar thoroughly to make a smooth and creamy mixture. Add cinnamon, salt, and vanilla. Fold in flour to make a stiff dough. Chill dough for and hour or two.

Preheat oven to 350º and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.

Form chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in the cinnamon-powdered sugar mixture. Bake for 15-20 minutes until nicely browned. Cool completely on wire racks.

Store them in and airtight container for up to a week.