Siete Grain Free Mexican Shortbread Cookies

Siete Family Foods started when a family member was diagnosed with autoimmune conditions requiring grain-free eating. Their mission: make heritage Mexican recipes accessible for restrictive diets. The cookies bring that philosophy to the snack aisle.

Siete's Mexican Shortbread Cookies (Polvorones) are based on traditional recipes - crumbly, buttery cookies often served at celebrations. The Siete version maintains that cultural connection while eliminating grains and dairy.

This matters for representation. Latino families following restrictive diets can share cultural foods with their kids rather than feeling excluded from their own culinary traditions.

The Mexican Shortbread Cookies contain: Coconut Flour, Avocado Oil, Coconut Sugar, Almond Flour, Tapioca Flour, Coconut Milk Powder, Vanilla Extract, Sea Salt, Baking Soda.

Note the avocado oil instead of butter or vegetable oils. Note coconut sugar instead of refined cane sugar (though still sugar). Note the coconut/almond flour base instead of wheat.

This is thoughtful formulation - not just "remove the allergen" but "build something better."

Per serving (4 cookies, 30g):

• Calories: 150
• Sugar: 6g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 10g (from coconut and avocado oil)

The 6g sugar from coconut sugar is moderate. Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index than cane sugar, though it's still sugar. The fat content is high but from quality sources (avocado oil, coconut).

These are treats, not health food. But they're better-quality treats than most alternatives.

Siete cookies taste legitimately delicious. The Mexican Shortbread has a buttery, crumbly texture with vanilla warmth. The Mexican Wedding Cookies are similar with cinnamon notes. The Churro flavor captures that classic taste.

My kids prefer these to Enjoy Life cookies (which is saying something). The taste doesn't scream "restricted diet compromise." They taste like premium bakery cookies.

Siete cookies are:

• Grain-free
• Gluten-free
• Dairy-free
• Soy-free

But they contain:

• Coconut (tree nut for some, though technically a fruit - check your specific restrictions)
• Almonds (tree nut)

This means NOT safe for tree nut allergies or nut-free schools. They're designed for grain/gluten/dairy restrictions, not nut restrictions.

At $7.99 for a 4.5oz bag (~$0.89/oz), Siete cookies are expensive. Compare to:

• Enjoy Life: ~$0.92/oz
• Simple Mills cookies: ~$0.80/oz
• Conventional Oreos: ~$0.25/oz

You're paying for:

• Avocado oil instead of cheaper oils
• Coconut/almond flour base
• Family-owned mission-driven company
• Superior taste and texture

For occasional treats, the price is justifiable. For everyday snacking, the cost adds up.

These are ideal for:

• Special occasions and treats
• Families managing grain/gluten/dairy without nut restrictions
• Introducing kids to heritage recipes in allergen-friendly versions
• Adults who want to share cookies with kids (the taste is sophisticated enough)

They're not ideal for:

• Daily lunchbox snacks (cost prohibitive)
• Nut-free requirements
• Budget-conscious everyday eating

vs. Enjoy Life: Enjoy Life is allergen-safer (no nuts); Siete tastes better. Choose based on your specific allergen needs.

vs. Simple Mills cookies: Similar quality philosophy; Simple Mills is slightly cheaper and offers more variety.

Families managing grain/gluten/dairy restrictions who want premium treats. Parents seeking cultural representation in allergen-friendly foods. Anyone who appreciates genuinely delicious grain-free cookies.

Families with tree nut allergies. Those needing nut-free school snacks. Budget-conscious families seeking everyday snacking options. Anyone prioritizing protein/fiber over treat quality.

Siete Grain Free Cookies represent the premium end of allergen-friendly treats. The heritage-inspired flavors, clean ingredients (avocado oil, coconut flour, coconut sugar), and genuinely excellent taste justify the higher price for special occasions. For everyday snacking, the cost and nut content limit their practicality. For grain/gluten/dairy-free families who want treats that feel like actual treats, Siete delivers.

Siete Family Foods started when a family member was diagnosed with autoimmune conditions requiring grain-free eating. Their mission: make heritage Mexican recipes accessible for restrictive diets. The cookies bring that philosophy to the snack aisle.

Siete's Mexican Shortbread Cookies (Polvorones) are based on traditional recipes - crumbly, buttery cookies often served at celebrations. The Siete version maintains that cultural connection while eliminating grains and dairy.

This matters for representation. Latino families following restrictive diets can share cultural foods with their kids rather than feeling excluded from their own culinary traditions.

The Mexican Shortbread Cookies contain: Coconut Flour, Avocado Oil, Coconut Sugar, Almond Flour, Tapioca Flour, Coconut Milk Powder, Vanilla Extract, Sea Salt, Baking Soda.

Note the avocado oil instead of butter or vegetable oils. Note coconut sugar instead of refined cane sugar (though still sugar). Note the coconut/almond flour base instead of wheat.

This is thoughtful formulation - not just "remove the allergen" but "build something better."

Per serving (4 cookies, 30g):

• Calories: 150
• Sugar: 6g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 10g (from coconut and avocado oil)

The 6g sugar from coconut sugar is moderate. Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index than cane sugar, though it's still sugar. The fat content is high but from quality sources (avocado oil, coconut).

These are treats, not health food. But they're better-quality treats than most alternatives.

Siete cookies taste legitimately delicious. The Mexican Shortbread has a buttery, crumbly texture with vanilla warmth. The Mexican Wedding Cookies are similar with cinnamon notes. The Churro flavor captures that classic taste.

My kids prefer these to Enjoy Life cookies (which is saying something). The taste doesn't scream "restricted diet compromise." They taste like premium bakery cookies.

Siete cookies are:

• Grain-free
• Gluten-free
• Dairy-free
• Soy-free

But they contain:

• Coconut (tree nut for some, though technically a fruit - check your specific restrictions)
• Almonds (tree nut)

This means NOT safe for tree nut allergies or nut-free schools. They're designed for grain/gluten/dairy restrictions, not nut restrictions.

At $7.99 for a 4.5oz bag (~$0.89/oz), Siete cookies are expensive. Compare to:

• Enjoy Life: ~$0.92/oz
• Simple Mills cookies: ~$0.80/oz
• Conventional Oreos: ~$0.25/oz

You're paying for:

• Avocado oil instead of cheaper oils
• Coconut/almond flour base
• Family-owned mission-driven company
• Superior taste and texture

For occasional treats, the price is justifiable. For everyday snacking, the cost adds up.

These are ideal for:

• Special occasions and treats
• Families managing grain/gluten/dairy without nut restrictions
• Introducing kids to heritage recipes in allergen-friendly versions
• Adults who want to share cookies with kids (the taste is sophisticated enough)

They're not ideal for:

• Daily lunchbox snacks (cost prohibitive)
• Nut-free requirements
• Budget-conscious everyday eating

vs. Enjoy Life: Enjoy Life is allergen-safer (no nuts); Siete tastes better. Choose based on your specific allergen needs.

vs. Simple Mills cookies: Similar quality philosophy; Simple Mills is slightly cheaper and offers more variety.

Families managing grain/gluten/dairy restrictions who want premium treats. Parents seeking cultural representation in allergen-friendly foods. Anyone who appreciates genuinely delicious grain-free cookies.

Families with tree nut allergies. Those needing nut-free school snacks. Budget-conscious families seeking everyday snacking options. Anyone prioritizing protein/fiber over treat quality.

Siete Grain Free Cookies represent the premium end of allergen-friendly treats. The heritage-inspired flavors, clean ingredients (avocado oil, coconut flour, coconut sugar), and genuinely excellent taste justify the higher price for special occasions. For everyday snacking, the cost and nut content limit their practicality. For grain/gluten/dairy-free families who want treats that feel like actual treats, Siete delivers.