Galletas María

Galletas María, known in English as Marie biscuits, is a type of sweet biscuit similar to a rich tea biscuit. It was originally created by the London bakery Peek Freans in 1874 to commemorate the marriage of the Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna of Russia to the Duke of Edinburgh.

While the brand originated in the United Kingdom, it has become an iconic staple in Spain, Mexico, and throughout Latin America. Unlike brands with a single owner, 'Galletas María' is a generic style of biscuit produced by numerous competing food conglomerates globally, including Mondelez International, Nestlé, Arluy, and Cuétara. Each manufacturer operates its own facilities, meaning the biscuits are produced in dozens of countries depending on the specific brand purchased.