Lemon Alfajores with Dulce de Leche Recipe ladorita Recipe

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

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

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

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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.

Lemon Alfajores with Dulce de Leche Recipe ladorita

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions