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Peruvian Alfajores

Cultural Context

Alfajores are a beloved treat in Peru, often enjoyed during celebrations and holidays. These delightful cookies, typically filled with dulce de leche, showcase the country's rich culinary heritage influenced by Spanish and indigenous traditions. Today, they are enjoyed not only in Peru but also throughout South America, with various regional adaptations.

PeruvianPEdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 cup cornstarch
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup dulce de leche
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons milk

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while reducing saturated fats.

dulce de leche

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sweetened condensed milk

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with less sugar.

1

Make the dulce de leche filling.

2

Prepare the cookie dough.

3

Roll and cut the dough into circles.

4

Assemble the cookies by spreading dulce de leche between two cookies.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Alfajores de Dulce de LecheAlfajores de Arequipe

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