Lemon Alfajores with Dulce de Leche Recipe ladorita

Name: Lemon Alfajores with Dulce de Leche Recipe ladorita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Grated lemon zest of 1 large lemon; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons); 1 stick unsalted butter, softened; 2/3 cup sugar; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 large egg yolk; 1 whole large egg; 1/4 tsp baking soda; 2 cups all purpose flour (Preferably King Arthur); Dulce de Leche; A two-inch round cookie cutter

Servings: persons

1
To make cookie dough: Boil lemon zest and juice in a small saucepan over medium heat until reduced to 1 tablespoon (about 5 minutes).
2
Remove from heat and cool.
3
Beat together butter, sugar and salt with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about five minutes.
4
Add yolk and egg one at a time, beating while adding.
5
Then beat in lemon reduction.
6
At low speed beat in baking soda and flour until just combined.
7
Form dough into a disk, cover with plastic wrap and chill for about 2 hours or until firm.
8
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
9
Butter two large baking sheets or line with parchment paper.
10
Roll out dough on a floured surface to a 1/8 inch thick round.
11
Cut out cookies and then re-roll dough to recut.
12
Bake 1 inch apart for 15 minutes or until edges are golden.
13
Transfer to a rack to cool completely.
14
Assemble cookies: Spread a rounded Tbsp of dulce de leche on half of the cookies and sandwich with remaining.
15
Press lightly then smooth edges with a small knife.
16
Chill until dulce de leche sets.

626

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Grated lemon zest of 1 large lemon, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons), 1 stick unsalted butter, softened, 2/3 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Lemon Alfajores with Dulce de Leche Recipe ladorita falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!