A delicious dessert recipe from Argentina cuisine. Make the Dough: Cream butter and sugar. Add egg yolks and lemon zest. Gradually mix in flour and cornstarch to form a dough. Chill for 1 hour. Bake…

How to easily make Alfajores?
Preparing this delicious recipe will only take you 30 minutes. It is a perfect and healthy option to enjoy with your family or friends. Below you will find the ingredients and the detailed step-by-step instructions.
Alfajores
Ingredientes
- 300g All purpose flour
- 200g Cornstarch
- 200g Butter
- 100g Sugar
- 2 Egg Yolks
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
- Dulce de leche
- Sprinkling Desiccated Coconut
Instrucciones
- Make the Dough: Cream butter and sugar. Add egg yolks and lemon zest. Gradually mix in flour and cornstarch to form a dough. Chill for 1 hour. Bake the Cookies: Roll out the dough, cut into circles, and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 12-15 minutes. Let cool. Assemble: Spread dulce de leche on one cookie, then sandwich with another. Roll the edges in coconut flakes. Pro Tips:
- Chill the dough before rolling it out to make it easier to handle and to prevent the cookies from spreading too much while baking. Dip the alfajores in melted chocolate and let them set on a wire rack for an extra decadent treat.
Additional tips for your Alfajores
Feel free to experiment with different spices or side dishes to give your personal touch to this recipe. If you liked it, don’t forget to share it and leave us a comment telling us how it turned out!

