Low Fat Classic Alfajores
Indulge your sweet tooth without the guilt with these Low-Fat Classic Alfajores, a lightened-up twist on the beloved South American treat. Featuring a delicate, buttery cookie made with a blend of cornstarch and all-purpose flour, this recipe achieves a melt-in-your-mouth texture while keeping the fat content in check. Sandwiched with a luscious layer of reduced-fat dulce de leche and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, these alfajores deliver all the classic flavors you love in a healthier package. Perfect for tea time, dessert, or gifting, these easy-to-make alfajores offer just the right balance of decadence and restraint. Ideal for those looking to enjoy a sweet treat that feels indulgent but fits into a lighter lifestyle!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 60 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Low-fat milk
- 200 grams Reduced-fat dulce de leche
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Step 4
Add the egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Step 5
Mix in the vanilla extract and low-fat milk until combined.
Step 6
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 7
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 8
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
Step 9
Use a round cookie cutter to cut out circles, approximately 2 inches in diameter. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden. Do not overbake.
Step 11
Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 12
To assemble, spread a generous amount of reduced-fat dulce de leche on the flat side of one cookie, then sandwich with another cookie.
Step 13
Lightly dust the alfajores with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (816.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2919.0 |
| Total Fat 74.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 536.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1932.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 510.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 198.3g | |
| Protein 41.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 55.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 545.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 810.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories