Hacendado Maria Dorada cookies

Hacendado Maria Dorada is a staple breakfast biscuit in Spain, sold exclusively by the supermarket giant Mercadona. These cookies are a classic variant of the 'Maria' biscuit, known for their golden hue and crisp texture. The product is manufactured in Spain, specifically at the facilities of Cerealto Foods Corporate S.L.U. in Venta de Baños, Palencia.

The brand Hacendado is the private label of Mercadona, a family-owned Spanish supermarket chain founded in 1977. While the brand is Spanish, the manufacturing partner, Cerealto (formerly Cerealto Siro Foods), underwent a significant ownership change in 2022. It is now majority-owned by the investment firms Afendis Capital Partners and Davidson Kempner Capital Management, while the original founder maintains a minority stake. This partnership has allowed the company to expand its global reach while remaining a key supplier for Spanish retail.