The Story Behind Argentina’s Alfajores (With Recipe)
If there’s one treat that defines Argentina’s sweet tooth, it’s alfajores. These soft, delicate cookie sandwiches filled with gooey dulce de leche and often coated in chocolate, powdered sugar, or coconut are an integral part of Argentinian daily life. From cafes to kiosks, alfajores are everywhere, a national obsession that blends European roots with Latin American passion. In this guide, we’ll uncover the fascinating history of alfajores , explain why they’re so important in Argentina, and give you an authentic recipe so you can make them at home! What Are Alfajores? Credit to Cooking With Books Alfajores are: • Two soft cookies (sometimes shortbread-like) sandwiched together. • Filled with rich, sticky dulce de leche. • Coated in chocolate, powdered sugar, or rolled in shredded coconut. A Brief History of Alfajores Moorish Origins • The concept of alfajor comes from Moorish Spain (al-hasú: “stuffed”). • Originally made with almonds, honey, and spices. Spanish Colon...
