Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
polvorosa
Noun
/pol.voˈro.sa/
Definition
A type of dessert made from flour, sugar, and often flavored with nuts or chocolate.
Examples
1. The chef prepared a delicious polvorosa with almonds for the dessert menu.
2. At the family gathering, my grandmother served her famous polvorosas that everyone loved.
Meaning
In a culinary context, ‘polvorosa’ refers to a crumbly, soft sweet treat that is popular in various Latin American countries. The name comes from the Spanish word ‘polvo,’ meaning powder, indicating its fine, powdery texture.
Synonyms
- crumbly cake
- sugar cookie