5 Steps Authentic Andalusian Alfajores Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of Andalusia with this 5 Steps Authentic Andalusian Alfajores Recipe. These delightful cookies combine the natural sweetness of honey with the crunch of toasted almonds and hazelnuts, elevated by warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. Perfect for festive gatherings, holiday celebrations, or as a sweet treat with your afternoon coffee, these alfajores promise to impress anyone who takes a bite. With just five easy steps, you can bring a taste of traditional Mediterranean confectionery right to your home kitchen. Ready to create an unforgettable dessert? Let’s get started!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 alfajores 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Andalusian
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Crush the toasted almonds and hazelnuts into a coarse powder.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, gently heat honey over low heat until it liquefies. Add ground spices and lemon zest, mixing well.
- Stir in the crushed nuts until fully coated, then gradually incorporate breadcrumbs until you form a thick dough.
- Once cooled slightly, shape the dough into small cylinders or discs.
- Dust with powdered sugar and let rest for at least 24 hours before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 alfajor (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg