ALFAJORES de Maicena Argentinos en MINUTOS

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

dulce de leche

🥗Healthier: caramel sauce

💰Cheaper: store-bought caramel

Store-bought caramel can be more accessible.

Beat butter until creamy.

Add confectioners sugar and beat until integrated.

Add eggs and yolks one by one, mixing well.

Add lemon zest, vanilla extract, and cognac if using.

In a separate bowl, sift together cornstarch, all purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients in three parts, mixing with a spatula until a soft and sticky dough forms.

Cover the dough and chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes.

Roll the dough between two sheets of paper or lightly floured surface to about 3-4 mm thick.

Cut into cookies using a cutter.

Lift the cookies with a spatula and place them on a baking pan lined with parchment paper.

Bake at 180°C (approximately 350°F) for 8 to 11 minutes until slightly golden underneath.

Spread dulce de leche between two cookies to assemble.

Roll the edges in grated coconut if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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