Alfajores Dulce de Leche Sandwich Cookies
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Alfajores Dulce de Leche Sandwich Cookies
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These alfajores are a popular sandwich cookie around the world are made with two soft and buttery shortbread cookies filled with rich dulce de leche filling. A festive Christmas Cookie Recipe.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 Tablespoons powdered sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups flour
- 1 1/4 cups cornstarch
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- (1) .4 ounce can dulce de Leche (may want more dulce de leche depending on preference)
- Powdered Sugar or Shredded Coconut (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, sugar, and powdered sugar for 3-4 minutes or until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and egg yolks and mix for 1 minute longer, scraping the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
- Fold in flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Divide the dough into two portions and tightly wrap with plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350 degrees. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion until it is about 1/4-inch thick. Cut out rounds with a 2-inch cookie cutter.
- Place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake for 9-10 minutes.
- After the cookies have completely cooled, spread dulce de leche on a cookie and top with another cookie. Roll the sides in shredded coconut or sprinkle with a generous amount of powdered sugar.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. These freeze very well in a freezer-safe container.
Notes
- Roll the sides of the homemade alfajores cookies in shredded coconut to add texture and sweetness.
- Roll in nuts for extra crunch.
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar for extra sweetness.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
236kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Cholesterol
34mg
(11%)
Sodium
115mg
(5%)
Potassium
147mg
(4%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
12g
(24%)
Vitamin A
46IU
(1%)
Calcium
31mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 236kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 115mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 147mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 46IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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