Alfajores Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough and Filling
Method
Preparation and Assembly
- 1
Make the Dough
In a mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- 2
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- 3
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- 4
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Shape the Cookies
On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Use a round cutter to cut out cookies and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 6
Bake
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until just lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.
- 7
Assemble the Alfajores
Spread a generous layer of dulce de leche on the bottom of one cookie and top it with another cookie to create a sandwich. Roll the edges in powdered sugar if desired.
- 8
Serve
Enjoy your homemade alfajores with a cup of coffee or tea!
