Alfajores – dulce de leche sandwich cookies

Step 1

Add the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl and, with the paddle attachment on, cream the mixture until light in color and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 2

Add the egg yolks and vanilla and mix until incorporated. With a spatula, scrape down the sides of the bowl.

Step 3

On low speed, gradually add the cornstarch, flour, salt, baking powder and soda and mix until just incorporated.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a piece of plastic wrap, shape it into a disk and wrap it tightly. Place in the refrigerator until firm, at least 1 hour.

Step 5

Meanwhile, heat the oven to 350F.

Step 6

Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 7

Remove the dough from the refrigerator, unwrap it, and place it on a lightly floured work surface. Lightly flour the top of the dough. Roll to 1/4-inch thickness (the dough will crack but can be easily patched back together).

Step 8

Cut out 20 to 24 rounds using a 2 inch cookie round cutter, rerolling the dough as necessary until all of it is gone.

Step 9

Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake them in preheated oven for 12-13 minutes.

Step 10

Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Spoon on half of the cookies about a tablespoon of dulce de leche. Place a second cookie on top and gently press to create a sandwich.

Step 12

Enjoy!