These delightful Alfajores are traditional South American sandwich cookies filled with luscious dulce de leche. Perfect for tea time or a special treat!
Preparation time
45min
Cooking time
12min
Ingredients
18 Servings
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 200 grams cornstarch
- 300 grams dulce de leche
- 3 egg yolks
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 50 grams powdered sugar
- 200 grams unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.
Step 3
In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 4
Add the egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 6
Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out circles using a cookie cutter.
Step 7
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Step 8
Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 9
Once cooled, spread dulce de leche on the bottom of half of the cookies and top with the remaining cookies to form sandwiches.
Step 10
Dust the tops of the alfajores with powdered sugar before serving.