pekonillas
Pekonillas are a type of sweet pastry originating from the region of Andalusia in Spain. They are traditionally made during the Christmas season and are often found in bakeries and homes across southern Spain. The pastry itself is typically a simple dough, often incorporating ingredients like flour, sugar, and some form of fat such as lard or butter. The defining characteristic of pekonillas is their distinctive shape, which resembles a small, plump earlobe, hence the name which is a diminutive of "oreja" (ear) in Spanish.
The flavor profile of pekonillas can vary slightly depending on the recipe, but they are generally sweet