DirectionsStep1In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda and kosher salt. Set asideStep2In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat sugar and butter until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.Step3Add yolks and beat to combine.Step4Add the vanilla extract, water and lemon zest beat until just combined.Step5Add flour mixture, and mix on low speed until the dough just comes together.Step6Wrap the dough in plastic and chill until firm, at least 2 hours.Step7Heat oven 350 degrees. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.Step8Remove dough from plastic wrap and place on a lightly floured surface, flour a rolling pin and roll out to about 1⁄4 inch thick. Cut the dough with a 2 inch cookie cutter.Step9Place cookies on prepared sheet pans about about 1 inch apart.Step10Bake for about 9 minutes or until firm and edges are pale golden and the middle of the cookie is firm.Step11Transfer baking pan to a rack and allow to cool completely before removing from baking sheet.Step12Spread 1 tablespoon of dulce de leche onto the back of half the cookies. Place a second cookie on top and gently press to create a sandwich and repeat.Step13Roll sides in coconut and dust generously with powdered sugar before servingIngredientsIngredients1 cupAll-Purpose Flour1 cupCornstarch1 teaspoonBaking Powder¼ teaspoonBaking Soda¼ teaspoonKosher Salt½ cupGranulated Sugar8 tablespoonsUnsalted Butter (1 stick, at room temperature)2 Large Egg Yolks2 teaspoonsLemon Zest (finely grated, divided)1 teaspoonsVanilla Extract2 tablespoonsWarm Water1 cupCoconut Flakes8 ouncesDulce De Leche (homemade or store bought)See moreNutritionalNutritional153 Calories8 gTotal Fat14 mgCholesterol19 gCarbohydrate52 mgSodium1 gProteinFrom muydelish.comRecipeDirectionsIngredientsNutritionalFeedbackThanks!Tell us more
Classic Argentine Alfajores
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WebJul 5, 2022 · How to make easy alfajores de maicena: Step 1: In a medium sized bowl, combine the flour, corn starch, baking soda, baking powder and kosher salt. Whisk …
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WebJun 11, 2016 · In a bowl mix the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. In the bowl of a mixer, add the butter and sugar. Mix using a paddle attachment of high speed until creamy and fluffy. 3-4 minutes. Scrape …
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WebJul 10, 2021 · Wet Ingredients. In another bowl, mix powdered sugar and butter until creamy using a handheld whisk. Add in egg yolk one by one, …
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WebJun 21, 2022 · Instructions. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside. In a mixer bowl fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter and sugar on medium speed until light …
WebDec 12, 2020 · Add the sugar and the vanilla extract and beat well until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the egg and rum, and mix again. (1) Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and combine. (2) Knead shortly …
WebDec 10, 2020 · How to Make Argentinian Alfajores. Preheat oven at 350 degrees F (180 C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and reserve. In the bowl of a mixer, beat the egg yolks with the sugar at medium …
WebFeb 18, 2021 · Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, powdered sugar, and cornstarch; set aside. Using an …
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WebFeb 29, 2024 · Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line 3 baking sheets with parchment paper. Remove dough from plastic wrap and slice into ⅛-inch-thick rounds. Place on prepared sheet pans, then bake until edges start …
WebDec 16, 2022 · Alfajores are sweet treats popular in Argentina. They feature two buttery, crumbly cookies, often with a layer of dulce de leche in between them. Some types of alfajores are covered in chocolate or …
WebJun 24, 2020 · How to Make Alfajores. 1. Whisk the flour, corn starch, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl then set aside. 2. Add the room temperature butter, lemon zest and sugar to the bowl of your stand mixer …
WebFeb 12, 2022 · In a large bowl (not the stand mixer bowl) combine the flour, corn starch, salt, and baking powder, whisk the ingredients together until well mixed. Pour the dry mixture into the mixing bowl and mix on low …
WebMar 16, 2023 · Bake for 10-12 minutes or until barely starting to color. Let cool completely on a wire rack. Put a tablespoon of dulce de leche (with a spoon or with a piping bag) and fill one round, flat side up. Press lightly …
WebMar 15, 2024 · In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, powdered sugar, baking powder and salt until combined; set aside. In a separate large bowl, cream the butter and the granulated sugar until light …