While Alfajores (cookie and dulce de leche “sandwiches”) are made throughout South America, the Chilean version is unusual both in technique and presentation. They use an egg-based dough (in other countries shortbread is favored). In addition, Chileans only roll one side of the dough, which results in a curled leaf effect on the dough as it bakes.
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 4 people | 20 minutes |
| Cook Time |
| 4-7 minutes |
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While Alfajores (cookie and dulce de leche “sandwiches”) are made throughout South America, the Chilean version is unusual both in technique and presentation. They use an egg-based dough (in other countries shortbread is favored). In addition, Chileans only roll one side of the dough, which results in a curled leaf effect on the dough as it bakes.
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Ingredients
- 5 egg yolks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1/4-1/2 cup cornstarch , as needed
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp orange zest
- 2 Tbsp orange juice
Garnish
- powdered sugar
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cornstarch, and orange zest.
- In another bowl, beat egg yolks until pale yellow.
- Add dry ingredients to egg yolks in three parts, mixing the orange juice in between. If the dough seems sticky, add extra cornstarch one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together and is no longer sticky.
- Roll the dough out thinly (about 3 mm). Only roll one side of the dough or else it won’t curl when baked.
- Cut out the shapes and prick with a fork so they won’t puff up.
- Bake for 4-7 minutes. Do not let them brown. They should remain soft and tender. Let cool. Then, spread with dulce de leche. Put two halves together and enjoy, sticky fingers and all. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.