Traditional South American Alfajores De Maicena | Delicious Dulce De Leche Sandwich Cookies

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.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add egg yolks and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.

In a separate bowl, sift together cornstarch, baking powder, and cocoa powder.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.

Chill the dough for about 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.

Cut into rounds using a cookie cutter or glass.

Place the rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.

Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack.

Spread dulce de leche between two cookies to form a sandwich.

Dust the assembled alfajores with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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