South American Alfajores
Indulge in the irresistible charm of **South American Alfajores**, the beloved dulce de leche sandwich cookies that melt in your mouth with every bite. These delicate treats feature a buttery, crumbly dough made with a blend of all-purpose flour and cornstarch, giving them their signature tenderness. Filled with rich, creamy dulce de leche and dusted generously with powdered sugar, alfajores are a perfect harmony of sweetness and texture. Ideal for dessert tables, special occasions, or an afternoon coffee break, this easy-to-follow recipe takes just 40 minutes of preparation time and yields 20 delectable cookies. Whether you’re introducing yourself to the joys of South American baking or recreating a beloved classic, these alfajores are sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 200 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 3 large Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 400 grams Dulce de leche
- 50 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Step 4
Add the egg yolks one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Divide the dough into two portions, wrap each in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
Step 7
Once chilled, roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch (5mm). Using a round cookie cutter (about 2 inches in diameter), cut out circles of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 9
Once the cookies are cool, spread about 1 teaspoon of dulce de leche onto the flat side of one cookie. Top with another cookie to create a sandwich, pressing gently to distribute the filling evenly.
Step 10
Dust the assembled alfajores generously with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (962.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4046.2 |
| Total Fat 214.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 122.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g | |
| Cholesterol 1112.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1660.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 513.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 349.6g | |
| Protein 37.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 86.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1119.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1511.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories