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Alfajor

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🍯 Discover the classic Alfajor, a traditional South American sweet treat blending honey, nuts, and aromatic spices.
🌰 This recipe offers a delightful texture and rich flavor, perfect for enjoying with tea or as a decadent dessert.

  • Total Time: 1 to 2 hours
  • Yield: Varies depending on size and dough quantity

Ingredients

– 200g all-purpose flour provides the structure and base for the alfajor dough

– 150g dulce de leche the classic filling offering sweet, creamy flavor

– 100g powdered sugar used for dusting to add sweetness and visual appeal

– 100g butter, softened adds richness and moisture to the dough

– 1 teaspoon baking powder helps the dough rise slightly for a tender texture

– 2 eggs bind the ingredients together and contribute to the dough’s stability

– Flour part of the classic mix incorporating flour for the dough

– Almonds roasted and chopped, adding nuts for texture and healthy fats

– Hazelnuts roasted and chopped, providing additional crunch and protein

– Breadcrumbs made from baked bagels without yeast or salt

– Sugar for sweetness in the dough

– Honey pure honey used in the dough for natural sweetness

– Spices such as aniseed, sesame, cilantro, cloves, and cinnamon enhance flavor and aroma

Instructions

1-Initial Preparation: First, prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and preheating the oven to 180°C (350°F). If using dietary substitutions, ensure alternatives are ready to maintain the dough’s texture and flavor.

2-Mixing the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the 200g all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 100g powdered sugar. Mix well to distribute the leavening agent evenly, then add 100g softened butter and 2 eggs. Blend thoroughly until a soft dough forms, adjusting for vegan or gluten-free options as needed.

3-Shaping and Baking: Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 5mm thickness and use a round cutter to shape the alfajores. Place the dough circles on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. The dough, made from flour, honey, nuts, sugar, and spices like aniseed and cinnamon, should bake until firm yet tender.

4-Assembling and Finishing: Allow the baked cookies to cool completely before assembling. Spread a generous amount of 150g dulce de leche on one cookie and sandwich it with another; for variations, consider coatings like powdered sugar, chocolate, or meringue. Dust the finished alfajores and serve, noting that filled versions may add extra assembly time. For more baking inspiration, explore our no-churn ice cream recipe for complementary desserts.

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Notes

🍯 Use high-quality pure honey and freshly roasted nuts to enhance the natural flavors.
🌡️ Monitor baking time and temperature closely to achieve the perfect tender yet firm texture.
🎨 Experiment with spice levels and nut combinations for personalized flavor variations.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 1 to 2 hours
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: South American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 alfajor

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