Pumpkin Chorizo Cookies

Tasty Desserts

A Recipe by El Popular

PSL? Nah, PS&C. Pumpkin Spice and Chorizo (PS&C) is a perfectly made pairing that will instantly get you in the mood for cozy fall weather. So, light a fire, throw on your softest sweater, and follow this easy recipe for Pumpkin Chorizo Cookie Sandwiches.

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  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins

  • Makes: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 package (12 oz) El Popular “Original” Chorizo

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice

  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • 1 tsp cream of tartar

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • ¼ cup light brown sugar

  • 1 egg yolk

  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

  • ¼ cup pumpkin puree

  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar (coating)

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (coating)

  • 1 container of icing (vanilla or maple)

  • Maple flavoring (to flavor the vanilla icing, if pre-made maple icing is unavailable)

Directions

  • In a med. saucepan, melt butter over med/low heat. Remove from heat and stir in brown sugar and sugar. Stir for 2-3 min. Let cool for 5-10 min.Stir in vanilla and egg yolk. After mixed, stir in pumpkin puree.
  • Add flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, white chocolate chips. Stir well. Let dough chill for 15 min.
  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Scoop a 2 tbsp sized ball of dough onto a baking sheet lined with a nonstick mat. Bake for 10-13 min until golden brown on edges. Let set up for 5-10 min before transferring to wire rack.
  • Once cooled, ice the bottom of two cookies with frosting. On top of the frosting of one of the cookies, sprinkle a tsp of Chorizo evenly. Take the other frosted cookie and make a sandwich with the frosting and Chorizo in the middle.
  • Continue until all sandwiches are made and enjoy!

Mole 101

Mole, whose name comes from the Nahuatl word “mōlli” meaning sauce, is a centuries-old dish full of history and flavor. Mole poblano, the most famous type, originates from Puebla, Mexico, and has become a symbol of Mexico’s “mestizaje,” blending indigenous and European culinary traditions. With El Popular Mole Paste or Powder, you can enjoy this rich, complex sauce anytime, perfect over chicken, vegetables, or rice.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Makes: 2-3 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ jar El Popular Mole Paste (8.5 oz) or Mole Powder (4.5 oz)
  • 1–2 cups chicken broth

Directions

  • In a large skillet or saucepan over low heat, combine El Popular Mole paste or powder with chicken broth.
  • Stir slowly, adding more broth as needed to reach your desired thickness.
  • Sautee for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until smooth and heated thoroughly.
  • Serve hot over chicken, beef, rice, or vegetables.

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