Alfajores de Maicena, a traditional Argentinian cookie, are delightful shortbread sandwich cookies filled with dulce de leche and coated in coconut. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are not only delicious but also simple to make, requiring just a few basic ingredients and pantry staples. This article provides three variations of Alfajores de Maicena, catering to different tastes and dietary preferences: the classic Alfajores de Maicena, a gluten-free version made with almond flour, and a vegan version that uses plant-based butter and dulce de membrillo instead of dulce de leche. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, this article guides you through the process of making these delectable cookies, whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey.
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ALFAJORES DE MAIZENA
I love these! They are a delicious sweet cookie from Argentina. They are a sandwich cookie - biscuit type cookie with Dulce De Leche in the middle then rolled in coconut. Sometimes they're called "cornstarch cookies". My mother-in-law first introduced these to me. She would make mine with crushed nuts or shaved white chocolate on the outside though as I have an allergy to coconut. Also, you can add 1 tablespoon of cognac for the traditional recipe, but I usually don't. ** You can buy Dulce de Leche in Spanish grocer or some of the larger supermarkets sell it by the condensed milk, if not, follow below... For the Dulce de Leche: Pour the two cans of condensed milk into a double boiler set over low heat. Cook milk, stirring once in a while, for 2-4 hours, until mixture thickens and becomes caramel-like. Remove from double boiler and refrigerate until needed. Mixture will firm with chilling.
Provided by BlondieItaliana
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 12-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Beat the butter until creamy. Add the sugar gradually, beating until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla and lemon rind.
- Sift together the cornstarch, flour, baking powder and soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, beating until thoroughly combined.
- Drop the batter by small spoonfuls onto well buttered baking sheets. Leave enough space between the cookies because they will spread.
- Bake in a 350 degrees oven 15 minutes. Immediately remove from the baking sheets and let cool.
- When cool, spread some Dulce de leche on the bottom half of the cookies and make a sandwich with the remaining cookies. Squeeze the sandwiches so that some of the dulce de leche is squeezed out the sides, and roll the sides in the grated coconut.
ALFAJORES DE MAICENA
Alfajores de Maicena are indulgent shortbread cookies from Latin America. Buttery shortbread is sandwiched together with dulce de leche, then rolled in coconut.
Provided by Sara McCleary
Categories Cookies
Time 33m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven 180°C (360°F). Line a baking tray/ cookie sheet with baking paper.
- Cream butter and sugar in a bowl, using either a stand mixer or handheld electric beaters until fluffy.
- Continue beating and add vanilla essence.
- Add the egg and egg yolk, beat until completely combined.
- Turn beaters down to a low speed and slowly beat in the flours and baking powder. As soon as the mixture comes together stop the beaters. You do not want to over beat the dough.
- Form dough into a smooth round ball, again do not overwork the dough.
- Between two pieces of baking paper, using a rolling pin, roll dough out until is is roughly 5cm (one eighth inch) thick.
- Carefully remove the top layer of baking paper. Then using a 5cm (2 inch) cookie cutter, cut out cookie rounds and place on the lined baking tray.
- Place in the oven and bake for 8 - 10 minutes. You do not want the cookies to colour. They will spread slightly when cooking.
- Remove tray from the oven and leave cookies to cool for a couple of minutes on the tray before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Sodium 49 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ALFAJOR DE MAICENA- CORNSTARCH ALFAJOR
Finally I found the perfect recipe for alfajores. They are great and tasty!, the down side is that U can not stop eating them!!! Good Luck
Provided by -Sabrina-
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 40 cookies, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine first 7 ingredients until forming a smooth dough.
- roll the dough in 1/4 inch.
- cut in 2 inches diameter circles.
- bake them a 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
- do not brown them.
- let cool and spread dulce de leche.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your alfajores.
- Make sure your butter is cold. This will help to create a flaky pastry.
- Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make it tough.
- Chill the dough before rolling it out. This will help to prevent the dough from sticking to the rolling pin.
- Bake the alfajores until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through.
- Let the alfajores cool completely before filling them. This will help to prevent the filling from melting.
- Store the alfajores in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Alfajores are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With a variety of flavors and fillings to choose from, there's sure to be an alfajor that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give alfajores a try. You won't be disappointed!
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