Coconut Alfajores
Introduction
Coconut Alfajores are delightful, bite-sized treats with a chewy, coconutty exterior and a sweet, creamy dulce de leche filling. Perfect for dessert, afternoon tea, or as a gift, these alfajores are simple to make yet impressively delicious. The combination of toasted coconut and rich caramel-like filling makes every bite irresistible. They’re fun to make at home and perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (90 g / 3 oz) grated coconut
- ½ cup (100 g / 3.5 oz) sugar
- 3 egg whites (approx. 100 g / 3.5 oz)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (30 g / 1 oz) cornstarch
- Dulce de leche (as needed for filling)
- Extra grated coconut (for decoration)
Directions
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