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Mexican Cajeta Coyotas 🇲🇽 Recipe

Mexican Cajeta Coyotas 🇲🇽 Recipe
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Indulge in the sweet, caramel-filled delight of traditional Sonoran Mexican Cajeta Coyotas, soft and golden pastries filled with rich goat milk caramel that bring a touch of warmth and nostalgia to every bite.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup vegetable shortening
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup cajeta (goat milk caramel)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking your coyotas.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt. This base dry mixture will provide structure to the dough.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, vegetable shortening, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth, creamy texture essential for tender pastries.
  4. Mix the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the water and vanilla extract. Stir gently until a smooth, cohesive dough forms, suitable for rolling.
  5. Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, roll the dough out to roughly ¼ inch thickness, ensuring it’s even for uniform baking.
  6. Cut Dough Circles: Use a cookie cutter or glass to cut out even-sized circles from the dough.
  7. Fill with Cajeta: Place a generous tablespoon of cajeta in the center of half of the dough circles, which will be the filling for each pastry.
  8. Seal the Coyotas: Top the filled circles with the remaining circles and press the edges firmly with a fork to seal, trapping the caramel inside.
  9. Prepare for Baking: Transfer the sealed coyotas carefully to a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them apart slightly.
  10. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the pastries turn golden brown and fragrant.
  11. Cool and Serve: Allow the coyotas to cool slightly before serving to enjoy the warm, gooey caramel center safely and deliciously.

Notes

  • Use parchment paper to prevent the coyotas from sticking to the baking sheet.
  • Ensure the dough is not too thin to avoid caramel leakage during baking.
  • Adjust baking time slightly depending on your oven to achieve a perfect golden hue.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 3 days.
  • For a vegan option, substitute butter and shortening with plant-based alternatives and confirm vegan cajeta availability.

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