Polvoron with Cashew
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Polvoron with Cashew
Description
This polvoron recipe starts by toasting all-purpose flour over medium heat until lightly browned, which gives the final product a subtle roasted flavor. After removing the flour from heat, skim milk powder, sugar, and finely ground cashews are added and combined thoroughly. The addition of ground cashew adds a rich nutty dimension to the traditional polvoron.
Melted unsalted butter is incorporated last to bind the dry ingredients, creating a mixture that can be shaped using a polvoron molder. The molding process forms uniform, dense pieces that hold together despite the powdery texture. Each piece is wrapped in tissue or Japanese paper, preserving freshness and making them easy to handle.
This snack is often served at room temperature and favored for its sweet nuttiness and melt-in-the-mouth crumbly texture. It is suitable for gifting or enjoying as a light indulgence alongside tea or coffee. The method relies on careful toasting and mixing, enhancing flavor and ensuring a pleasant mouthfeel.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 - 2 ½ cups skim milk powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups cashew ground
- 7 ounces butter unsalted, melted
Instructions
- In a large pan or skillet, toast the flour over medium heat, stirring constantly for about 15 minutes or until slightly browned.
- Remove pan from heat and add the powdered milk, sugar and ground cashew and mix until well combined.
- Add the melted butter and again mix well.
- Form polvoron using a polvoron molder then wrap each in a japanese/tissue paper or cellophane wrapper
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 40(big)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 124 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 124kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 53mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 125IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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