Paniqueques o queques cubanos (galletas de melaza)

Ingredientes

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 cup dark brown sugar (packed)
• 2 large egg yolks
• 3 tablespoons milk
• 3/4 cup unsulfured molasses
• 1/2 teaspoon anise extract (or vanilla extract)
• 3 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour ((you can also sub for all-purpose flour))
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg (beaten for egg wash)

Preparación

1. 1

   In a bowl, mix the wet ingredients first until well combined. Mix in all the dry ingredients until a thick dough forms. Place the dough in the freezer to rest for 20 minutes.

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

3. 3

   Remove the dough from the freezer. Lightly flour a clean work surface, roll the dough into a 1/2-inch thick rectangle, then use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut into 4 x 4-inch squares. If necessary, gather all the dough scraps to roll again and cut more squares.

4. 4

   Brush egg wash onto each cookie square. Bake for 12-13 minutes. Careful not to overbake as the cookies will continue to harden as they cool. They should be thick squares that are soft, dense, and chewy. Enjoy!