Alfajores (Dulce de Leche Sandwich Crème Cookies)

Alfajores (Dulce de Leche Sandwich Crème Cookies)
80 min.
24
187kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of Alfajores, a beloved treat that brings a taste of Latin America right to your kitchen! These scrumptious dulce de leche sandwich crème cookies are not only a feast for the eyes but also a heavenly experience for your taste buds. With a perfect balance of sweetness and a hint of nuttiness from the toasted pecans, each bite is a delightful journey that will leave you craving more.

Imagine soft, buttery cookies that melt in your mouth, generously filled with rich, caramelized dulce de leche. The addition of coconut adds a tropical twist, making these cookies a unique and irresistible snack for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a gathering, looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with your afternoon coffee, or simply want to impress your family with your baking skills, Alfajores are the perfect choice.

With a preparation time of just 80 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch of 24 cookies that are sure to be a hit. The combination of textures—from the soft cookie to the creamy filling and the crunchy coconut coating—creates a delightful contrast that will have everyone reaching for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create these delectable Alfajores that are sure to become a cherished favorite in your home!

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz sugar cookie mix 
  • cup coconut or 
  • 0.5 cup cashew pieces toasted finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • 13.4 oz condensed milk sweetened canned (caramelized condensed milk)
  • tablespoons powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • cookie cutter

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, 1/2 cup of the coconut, the pecans, butter and egg until stiff dough forms.
  3. On floured surface, roll half of dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
  4. Cut with 2-inch round or fluted cookie cutter.
  5. Place 2 inches apart on cookie sheets. Repeat with remaining half of dough.
  6. Bake 7 to 9 minutes or until set. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheets. Cool completely.
  7. To make each sandwich cookie, spread about 2 teaspoons dulce de leche on bottom of 1 cookie. Top with second cookie, bottom side down; gently press cookies together so some of filling seeps out around edges.
  8. Roll edges in remaining 1/2 cup coconut.
  9. Place cookies on cooling rack.
  10. Sprinkle tops of sandwich cookies with powdered sugar. Store between sheets of waxed paper in tightly covered container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories187kcal
Protein6.02%
Fat35.65%
Carbs58.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.01
Glycemic Load
5.46
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.5647826129976%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:186.57kcal
9.33%
Fat:7.5g
11.54%
Saturated Fat:2.65g
16.58%
Carbohydrates:27.61g
9.2%
Net Carbohydrates:27.22g
9.9%
Sugar:19.23g
21.36%
Cholesterol:12.2mg
4.07%
Sodium:112.5mg
4.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.85g
5.7%
Phosphorus:64.1mg
6.41%
Selenium:3.78µg
5.4%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.99%
Calcium:48.39mg
4.84%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.8%
Copper:0.08mg
3.86%
Magnesium:13.34mg
3.34%
Vitamin A:164.94IU
3.3%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.75%
Potassium:92.2mg
2.63%
Zinc:0.36mg
2.43%
Iron:0.4mg
2.21%
Folate:7.48µg
1.87%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.83%
Fiber:0.39g
1.55%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.49%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.22%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.16%