Chilean Alfajores (Soft Dulce de Leche Cookie Sandwiches)

Alfajores are a popular treat in many Latin American countries, but each region has its own variation. Chilean alfajores are known for their soft and delicate texture, making them a favorite among dessert lovers.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 105 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Chilean Alfajores (Soft Dulce de Leche Cookie Sandwiches)

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Chilean Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2640

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₄ cup Cornstarch
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Egg yolks
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Dulce de leche
• 2 tablespoon Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg yolks one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disk, and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out cookies and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool completely.
9. Spread a dollop of dulce de leche onto the bottom side of one cookie, then sandwich it with another cookie. Repeat with the remaining cookies.
10. Dust the alfajores with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 220kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11g17%

Total Carbohydrate 28g10%

Sugars 18g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.