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Alfajores (Peruvian Cookie) Recipe

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Alfajores Ingredients:
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 c. butter
1 c. flour (self-rising)
1 c. cornstarch
6 T. powdered sugar
Directions:
Directions:
Cut butter, mix with flour, cornstarch and powdered sugar until well mixed. Use wax paper (top and bottom) to roll out dough. Cut into even circles about 1/8” thick. Bake at 350 for 10 to 15 min. until golden brown. Let cool. Put together (sandwich like) with Manjarblanco.
 

Manjarblanco
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 can of sweetened condensed milk
Directions:
Directions:
Place unopened can in saucepan and cover with water. Simmer for 2 hours, adding water when needed (keep covered with water). Let cool completely before opening. Spread on Alfajores and dust with powdered sugar, if desired. Spread will keep in refrigerator up to 3 months.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
16
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
30 min.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
This is a traditional and popular Peruvian cookie. They are delicate and require care when handling.

 

 

 

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