Alfajores Recipe
A traditional Argentinian cookie filled with coconut and dulce de leche.
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Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
Filling
Topping
Method
Cookie Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract, mixing well. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and cornstarch until the dough comes together.
- 2
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
- 3
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 4
Shape Cookies
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out rounds using a cookie cutter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- 5
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool completely.
Assembly
- 6
Fill the Cookies
Spread a generous amount of dulce de leche on the flat side of one cookie, then sprinkle with shredded coconut. Top with another cookie, flat side down, to form a sandwich.
- 7
Dust with Powdered Sugar
Dust the assembled alfajores with powdered sugar before serving.
