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Chocolate Alfajores Filled with Dulce de Leche Recipe

 Argentinian Chocolate Alfajores are soft, tender sandwich cookies embraced by rich chocolate and filled with creamy dulce de leche. They are a symbol of Argentine traditions — a treat to be shared with friends and family. This recipe makes about 12–14 alfajores.

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup cornstarch

  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ½ cup powdered sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Filling and Coating:

  • 1 cup dulce de leche (thick, traditional-style)

  • 1 ½ cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate, melted

  • Optional: shredded coconut for the edges

Making the Cookies

  1. In a bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

  2. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.

  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.

  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.

  5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes.

Shaping and Baking

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼‑inch thickness.

  3. Use a 2‑inch round cookie cutter to cut out circles. Place them on a lined baking sheet.

  4. Bake for 8–10 minutes until firm but still soft. Let them cool completely.

Filling the Alfajores

  1. Spread about 1–2 teaspoons of dulce de leche on the bottom of one cookie.

  2. Press another cookie on top to create a sandwich.

  3. Repeat until all the cookies are filled.

Coating the Alfajores

  1. Dip the sandwiched alfajores into the melted chocolate, using a fork to remove excess chocolate.

  2. Place the dipped alfajores on a lined baking sheet and let the chocolate set.

  3. Optional: Roll the edges of the alfajores in shredded coconut before the chocolate fully hardens.

Serving and Storing

Serve these alfajores with a cup of coffee or tea for an indulgent treat. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

These Chocolate Alfajores with Dulce de Leche capture the essence of Argentine baking — a delicate cookie, rich creamy filling, and a smooth chocolate coating

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