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Peruvian Alfajores Recipe

Delicious Peruvian Alfajores, perfect for a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine Peruvian
Servings 24 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Ingredients:  

Dough

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 can dulce de leche for filling
  • as needed powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions: 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, and powdered sugar.
  • Add butter and vanilla extract, mix until dough forms.
  • Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into circles.
  • Place on baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes.
  • Let cookies cool, then spread dulce de leche on one cookie and sandwich with another.
  • Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes:

Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Keywords:

Keyword Alfajores
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