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En la Cocina: Bizcochos de Gratitud

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There are moments in the kitchen when something simple becomes something joyful. During this season of celebration, the scent of cookies in the oven can fill a home with warmth and invite us to slow down.

Our Bizcochos de Gratitud are made with one purpose. They are baked for someone special and delivered with a small note that says, “Eres una de nuestras bendiciones.”


This little act turns baking into a moment of gratitude. It reminds us that giving thanks is not only something we say. It is something we share. A kitchen filled with cinnamon, almond, and sugar free sweetness becomes a place where we remember God’s goodness. While we prepare the dough, we think of someone who has blessed our life this year. While the cookies bake, we thank God for the people who walk with us. When we deliver the small package, we offer kindness and let God’s love shine through a simple gift.


Baking becomes a way to pray:

  • While we mix and shape the dough, we hold someone in our heart

  • While the cookies bake, we give thanks for the people God has placed in our lives

  • When we deliver the small package, we open a door to kindness and let God’s love pass through our hands into theirs


For this week’s recipe, we are honoring a traditional holiday treat.

Los biscochos are a beloved Mexican cookie that families bake and share during this festive season. Our version uses gluten free and sugar free ingredients, which makes it a thoughtful option for families who want to enjoy a classic treat in a lighter way. The cookies still offer the warm flavor and delicate texture we love, only prepared with ingredients that help us feel good during days filled with celebrations and gratitude. They are perfect for gifting. They travel well. They become a sweet reminder that joy grows when we share it.


May your kitchen be filled with light, laughter, and the sweet aroma of generosity. Bizcochos de Gratitud. Ready to bake?

Recipe card for Biscochos de Gratitud, a gluten free and sugar free Mexican cookie made with almond flour, coconut flour, anise, cinnamon, and sugar free sweetener.


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We aim to provide families with engaging catechetical materials that highlight rituals, food, and faith practices. Our goal is to ensure these rich traditions are passed down, even as family structures and communities change.

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