Spanish Traditional Magdalenes

There are sources that trace the origin of the Magdalene pilgrimages to Santiago of Compostela. A young, called Magdalene, offered to pilgrims as a pastry shell, symbol of the pilgrimage. The Magdalena spread along the Way of Santiago, which explains its traditional presence in Spain.

ingredients:

- 2 eggs.

- 125 ml of milk.

- 125 ml of olive oil.

- 125 grams of sugar.

- 150 gr of flour.

- Grated peel of one lemon.

- 1 packet of baking powder

- 1 heaping teaspoon of baking soda.

- Moulds Cupcakes.

Preparation:

- We separate the whites from the yolks. We set up 2 whites to stiff peaks with a pinch of salt and set aside.

- In a bowl mix all remaining ingredients until dough is smooth and without lumps.

- Incorporating the 2 whites and mix with stirring motion, being careful not to hit the bowl.

- Fill 3/4 parts of the molds and sprinkle with a little sugar on top.

- Preheat oven to 200 degrees and bake the Magdalenes for 10 minutes at 180 º.