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Authentic Andalusian Alfajores

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  • Author: laloti
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Spanish
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful cookies from Andalusia made with honey, toasted nuts, and spices, encapsulating cultural heritage in every bite.


Ingredients

  • 250 g Honey
  • 150 g Toasted almonds
  • 150 g Toasted hazelnuts
  • 100 g Breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp Ground cloves
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)


Instructions

  1. Crush the toasted almonds and hazelnuts into a coarse powder, avoiding a paste.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat the honey on low, stirring until it liquefies and bubbles, about 5 minutes. Add cinnamon and cloves.
  3. Mix in the crushed nuts, then gradually add breadcrumbs, creating a thick dough.
  4. Let the mixture cool slightly, then shape into rounds or disks.
  5. Dust with powdered sugar and let rest for at least 24 hours before serving.

Notes

Dusting with powdered sugar enhances the presentation. Allow the cookies to rest for improved flavor infusion.