Argentine Alfajores

    Argentine Alfajores

    Tender cornstarch shortbread cookies sandwiched with dulce de leche and rolled in coconut.

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    60 minsMedium8 servings

    Nutrition per serving

    420

    Calories

    5g

    Protein

    55g

    Carbs

    21g

    Fat

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 cupsCornstarch
    • 1 cupAll-purpose flour
    • 0.75 cupButter
    • 3Egg yolks
    • 1 cupDulce de leche
    • 0.5 cupShredded coconut

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Cream butter and sugar, then add egg yolks and vanilla.

    2. 2

      Whisk dry ingredients and combine with butter to form a soft dough.

    3. 3

      Roll out, cut into rounds, and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes until pale gold.

    4. 4

      Sandwich two cookies with dulce de leche and roll the edges in coconut.

    Nutrition Facts

    Servings 8Serving Size 1

    Amount Per Serving

    Calories420

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat 21g27%
    Saturated Fat 9.5g48%
    Trans Fat 0g
    Cholesterol 185mg62%
    Sodium 310mg13%
    Total Carbohydrate 55g20%
    Dietary Fiber 4g14%
    Sugars 8.3g
    Protein 5g10%
    Vitamin A 500 IUVitamin C 8 mgCalcium 45 mgIron 1.2 mg

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    💡 Tips for Argentine Alfajores

    • • Bring dairy ingredients to room temperature before mixing for a smoother texture.
    • • Use room-temperature eggs for more even cooking and better volume.

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