Siesta Mexican Shortbread (Vegan Gluten‑Free Cookies)

Siesta Mexican Shortbread (Vegan Gluten‑Free Cookies) is a easy Mexican recipe that serves 2. 150 calories per serving. Recipe by Frobulous Veggies on YouTube.

Prep: 2 min | Cook: PT0M | Total: 7 min

Cost: $4.85 total, $2.42 per serving

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Almond Flour (main dry base, nut‑flour)
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Sugar (sweetener, low glycemic)
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil (solid at room temperature, provides moisture)
  • 2 tablespoons Tapioca (Cassava) Flour (adds chewiness)
  • 2 tablespoons Chickpea Flour (protein boost, mild flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon Jasmine Tea Extract (floral aroma)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Orange Peel Powder (citrus note)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon (warm spice)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ginger Powder (spicy undertone)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (enhances flavor)
  • Pinch Sea Salt (balances sweetness)

Instructions

  1. Open the Package

    Carefully cut or tear the seal of the Siesta Mexican Shortbread package using a knife or scissors. Remove the six cookies and place them on a clean plate.

    Time: PT1M

  2. Arrange the Cookies

    Space the cookies evenly on the plate so they don’t touch each other, which helps keep them crisp.

    Time: PT1M

  3. Taste and Enjoy

    Take a bite of a cookie, noting the vanilla‑wafer texture, gingerbread‑like cinnamon‑sugar flavor, and subtle jasmine aroma. Enjoy the snack as is or pair with a cup of tea.

    Time: PT5M

  4. Store Leftovers

    Place any remaining cookies back into the original package or transfer to an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week for extra crispness.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
150
Protein
2g
Carbohydrates
12g
Fat
10g
Fiber
2g

Dietary info: Vegan, Gluten‑Free, Dairy‑Free, Plant‑Based

Allergens: Almonds, Coconut, Chickpea (legume)

Last updated: April 6, 2026

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Siesta Mexican Shortbread (Vegan Gluten‑Free Cookies)

Recipe by Frobulous Veggies

A quick and easy snack featuring Siesta's Mexican‑style shortbread cookies. These vegan, gluten‑free treats are made with almond flour, coconut sugar, tapioca and chickpea flours, plus aromatic jasmine tea extract and orange peel powder. Perfect for a guilt‑free bite, they come in a 6‑cookie pack with about 150 calories per cookie.

EasyMexicanServes 2

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Source Video
0m
Prep
8m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
18m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$4.85
Total cost
$2.42
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Open the package carefully to avoid crumbs and preserve freshness
  • Store remaining cookies in an airtight container to maintain crispness

Safety Warnings

  • Consume only if you have no nut allergies; almonds and coconut are present.

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