Mantecados are small, crumbly cookies that are popular at Christmastime in Spain. They come in different flavors and are wrapped in brightly colored wrappers.
Traditionally almond or anise flavored, in some parts of La Mancha a cup of wine or citrus peel is added. But their popularity is not only in Spain. Spanish women took their recipes for mantecados with them to Central and South America. The name comes from the Spanish word "manteca," which means "lard," and it is a significant ingredient that contributes to the crumbling texture of the small treats.
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