This Is a Cookie Recipe You ve Never Heard Of, But Absolutely Need to Know Jennifer Schwarzkopf
Like so many traditional recipes,
alfajores are claimed by many cultures and countries including Argentina, Peru, Brazil and Chile (though many South American countries claim this cookie as their own). This version of alfajores is inspired by many cherished family recipes, and we think it s a lovely rendition.
What Are Alfajores?
Alfajores are sandwich cookies primarily found in Spanish-speaking countries, as well as southern France, the Phillipines and Brazil. They are made of shortbread-like cookies with a delicious filling of dulce de leche, made of milk and sugar, or sweetened condensed milk. Often, they are rolled in coconut, coated with powdered sugar or dipped in chocolate.