Pan de Marranito
Delight in the traditional flavors of Mexico with this irresistible recipe for Pan de Marranito, often affectionately called "Little Piggy Bread." A classic pan dulce (sweet bread), these tender cookies are shaped like pigs and infused with the warm, caramel-like sweetness of piloncillo, a traditional Mexican brown sugar. Enhanced with cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, the soft dough is rolled out and baked to golden perfection, creating a glossy finish with an egg wash. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, pair Pan de Marranito with a steaming cup of coffee or hot chocolate for an authentic taste of Mexican bakery culture. Easy to make and ideal for sharing, this recipe is sure to bring a playful charm to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Piloncillo (Mexican brown sugar), finely grated
- 0.75 cup Butter
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to ensure the baking powder and spices are evenly distributed.
In a separate bowl, beat together the grated piloncillo and butter until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture and beat until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, and mix until a soft dough forms.
Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
Use a pig-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the dough. Place the pig-shaped cutouts onto the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg with water to create an egg wash. Brush each cookie lightly with the egg wash to give them a glossy finish once baked.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the marranitos are lightly browned around the edges.
Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve your Pan de Marranito on its own or with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.0 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 224 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 61 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
