Low Fat Classic Alfajores
Indulge guilt-free with these Low Fat Classic Alfajores, a lightened-up version of the beloved South American treat. These delicate sandwich cookies feature a melt-in-your-mouth texture created by a blend of all-purpose flour and cornstarch, and a luscious filling of reduced-fat dulce de leche for a decadent yet better-for-you twist. With soft hints of vanilla and a dusting of powdered sugar, these alfajores are as elegant as they are easy to make. Perfect for dessert or a tea-time snack, they come together in under an hour, offering buttery sweetness with less fat. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe makes it simple to enjoy the classic flavors of alfajores without compromising your healthy habits!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 60 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Low-fat milk
- 200 grams Reduced-fat dulce de leche
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add the egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the vanilla extract and low-fat milk until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
Use a round cookie cutter to cut out circles, approximately 2 inches in diameter. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden. Do not overbake.
Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
To assemble, spread a generous amount of reduced-fat dulce de leche on the flat side of one cookie, then sandwich with another cookie.
Lightly dust the alfajores with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2919 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 74.0 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.6 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 537 mg | 179% | |
| Sodium | 1932 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 510.5 g | 186% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 198.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.8 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 546 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 811 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
