What Are Mexican Wedding Cookies?
If you’ve never heard of Mexican Wedding Cookies, you might be wondering: Are they just for weddings? Or just for Mexicans?
The answer is simple: no and no! These cookies are for everyone and for any celebration. They’re a whole vibe — crumbly, nutty, lightly sweet, and totally irresistible. At Romero Cookies, we’re proud to share this beloved tradition with you, baked fresh from our 40-year-old family recipe.
(Mexican Wedding Cookies aren't just for weddings - they're for any and all celebrations, big and small)
The Origins of Mexican Wedding Cookies
Like many iconic foods, the history of Mexican Wedding Cookies stretches across cultures. Some believe they trace back to the Middle East, traveled through Europe, and were later introduced to Mexico by Spanish settlers and travelers. Over time, they became a staple at weddings, quinceañeras, baptisms, and family gatherings — always symbolizing love, good luck, and prosperity.
(Romero's Mexican Wedding Cookies were sold for over 40 years in the Rio Grande Valley, store-front. They were apart of many Mexican-American celebrations like quinceañeras )
Meet Romero’s Cookies: Valentina, Luna & Stella
At Romero, we bake three versions of Mexican Wedding Cookies — each with its own story and flavor twist:
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Valentina (Polvorones): Heart-shaped, made with flour, sugar, salt, pecans, shortening, and dusted with fresh-ground cinnamon sugar. Light, crispy, and not overly sweet.
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Luna (The Classic): Bite-sized, crumbly, and rolled in powdered sugar. Authentic, pecan-filled, and dangerously easy to pop in your mouth.
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Stella (Nut-Free Favorite): My dad’s special recipe, created for customers with nut allergies. Soft yet crispy, coated with cinnamon-sugar, and perfect for kids’ parties and BBQs.
All of our cookies are baked in a commercial kitchen. While we offer nut-free options, all products are made in a facility with common allergens.
(Baked in a commercial kitchen in small, ready-to-order batches; hand-sugared with fresh ground ceylon cinnamon and sugar. )
Why We Call Them “Mexican Wedding Cookies”
We bake three types of cookies, but grouping them as “Mexican Wedding Cookies” makes it simple for customers to know what we’re about. The Luna is the most traditional version, but the shared dough base means all three cookies carry that familiar flavor.
And yes, while some call them Russian Tea Cakes, Snowballs, or Italian Wedding Cookies — in our culture, they’ll always be Mexican Wedding Cookies.
(In just one year, we have over 200 positive reviews on our website. Now you can have Mexican Wedding Cookies all year around)
Mexican Wedding Cookies vs. Other Traditions
Our sister cultures all have a similar cookie:
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Russian Tea Cakes
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Italian Wedding Cookies
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Greek Kourabiedes
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Snowballs
All share the same family resemblance: crumbly dough, nutty flavor, and powdered sugar coating. The differences? Nuts, extracts, and flavoring. We use pecans and vanilla extract, while others may use walnuts, almonds, or almond extract.
(There are several renditions of this popular cookie, in many cultures here in the U.S.)
A Sweet Family Legacy
Our cookies aren’t just baked — they’re part of a family tradition.
My grandfather started with the recipe. My dad perfected it at our family bakery in South Texas, where he hand-rolled and dropped cookies for over 40 years. Today, we use modern equipment to meet demand, but the love and authenticity are the same.
We believe every bite carries the flavor of family, tradition, and celebration.
(Little Liddy arond 5 years old, baking the beloved pan de polvo recipe at her parent's bakery in McAllen, Texas)
How to Serve Mexican Wedding Cookies
One of the best parts about Mexican Wedding Cookies is how versatile they are. Here are some of our favorite ways to serve them:
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🎁 Party favors: Wrap in small bamboo wrappers or custom boxes for guests.
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☕ Coffee pairings: Serve Stellas with espresso shots (#BodaBite).
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🍰 Cake companion: Place Lunas on dessert tables alongside cakes.
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💐 Bridal or quince gifts: Add them to decorated coffee carriers with flowers and greenery.
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🥂 Corporate gifting: Our gold tins elevate any dessert table — just place and watch them disappear.
How Many Cookies Do You Need?
For planning events, here’s a quick guide:
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2–3 cookies per guest if they’re the main dessert.
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1–2 cookies per guest if served alongside other desserts.
At home? One Luna with coffee or tea is the perfect daily indulgence.
(Cookies with coffee or cafecito, surrounded with the people you love is one of the best small moments!)
Storing & Shipping Mexican Wedding Cookies
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Shelf life: 90 days in our sealed tins.
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No freezer needed: Use our “Schedule Ahead” delivery option (order up to 180 days in advance).
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Eco-friendly tins: Reuse them for crafts, supplies, or keepsakes.
Our tins are designed to travel safely across the U.S., arriving intact for your event or gift.
(Romero honors the Mexican Wedding Cookie by its packaging and wrapping. We want to evoke the sweet memeories of Grandma's baking, and what best than an ol' fashion tin)
Why Mexican Wedding Cookies Make the Perfect Gift
Whether you’re planning a quinceañera, welcoming a new employee, or sending client gifts, these cookies are more than dessert — they’re memory makers.
Each bite sparks nostalgia and conversation:
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“These remind me of my abuelita’s kitchen.”
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“We had these at our wedding years ago.”
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“I haven’t tasted this since my childhood.”
That’s the power of Romero Cookies: connection through culture.
(Now businesses can share our cookies as unique, authentic, cultural business gifts. We customize and add personalized notes for your clients, customers, accounts and employees)
FAQs
Are Mexican Wedding Cookies the same as Snowball Cookies?
They’re very similar! Ours use pecans and vanilla extract, while others may use walnuts or almonds.
Can I serve these at a multicultural event?
Yes! They’re loved across cultures and spark conversation in any setting.
Do they contain nuts?
Our Valentina and Luna use pecans. Our Stella is nut-free, but all cookies are made in a facility with allergens.
How far in advance should I order?
You can schedule up to 180 days ahead. Cookies stay fresh for 90 days in sealed tins.
(Sometimes less is more. We focus on making each bite-sized cookie delicious and perfectly coasted so you can enjoy with a morning coffee or late-night celebration.)
Salud! Celebrate With Romero Cookies
Whether you’re Mexican, Russian, Greek, or Gringo — someone you know has a memory tied to these cookies. We’re here to keep that tradition alive for the next generation.
✨ Order Romero Cookies today and bring a taste of heritage, nostalgia, and sweetness to your next celebration.
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