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    Home » Recipes » After-School Mexican Cookie Snacks

    After-School Mexican Cookie Snacks

    Last Updated August 25, 2022. Originally Posted July 17, 2017 By Maggie Unzueta

    This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Kroger. The opinions and text are all mine.

     

    After School Mexican Cookie Snacks.jpg

    You know when you’re Mexican and you want a snack? Well, that’s what happened one day when I could heard my son’s tummy growling. We had just gotten home from school, and he was begging for something to eat. I opened the cupboards and searched through the fridge. Here’s what I came up with. I refer to them as my After-School Mexican Cookie Snacks.

    Galletas Maria con Queso Fresco.jpg

    Galletas Maria take me back to my childhood like that! (snaps fingers) Growing up, we always had them at our house. They aren’t too sweet like most American cookies. Another staple at our house was Queso Fresco. You can also use ricotta or even Queso Panela. When you’re assembling these After-School Mexican Cookie Snacks, squish the cheese down slightly. It helps to keep everything in place.

    Diced Apple.jpg

    Next, top the cookies with diced apple. If you’re not an apple person, you can add other fruit – mango, papaya, even avocado would work. Avocado has a seed, and therefore, considered a fruit. 🙂 Sometimes, I will find that my son didn’t eat his apple for lunch. There must be something in the Mexican gene, but wasting food is a big no-no. Rinse it and add it to your After-School Mexican Cookie Snacks.

    Mexican Cookies Topped With Queso Fresco and Drizzled with Honey.jpg

    To tie everything together, add a drizzle of honey. These After-School Mexican Cookie Snacks are light and easy to assemble. Just a little something to nibble on til dinner is ready. You’re probably like me and already have these items in your cupboard but never thought of putting them together. Hope you enjoy!

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    6 Galletas Maria

    4 tablespoons Queso Fresco

    ½ apple, diced

    Honey

    To assemble, lay out the Galletas Maria individually.

    Add ½ tablespoon of Queso Fresco to each of the cookies.

    Squish the cheese down slightly to keep it in place.

    Top with apple and drizzle with honey.

    Enjoy!

     

    Filed Under: Appetizers, Mexican, Recipes

    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. Joanie @ One Dish Kitchen

      July 18, 2017 at 12:41 pm

      Such an easy and great idea for snacks! Definitely something I need to try.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 19, 2017 at 1:14 pm

        Hope you do. They’re always a big hit!

        Reply
    2. Denay DeGuzman

      July 18, 2017 at 6:48 pm

      I love the beauty, simplicity and tastiness of your Mexican cookie snacks! They’re a perfect healthy snack between meals, or for those times when you just need a little something to munch on late in the evening.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 19, 2017 at 1:14 pm

        Exactly. Easy and yummy! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Fabiola Rodriguez

      July 21, 2017 at 6:58 pm

      I love galletas Marías! You can make so many things with them.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 24, 2017 at 12:25 pm

        Totally agree!

        Reply

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