Alfajores
Alfajores are delicate sandwich cookies, typically made with two crumbly, cornstarch-based shortbread rounds filled with a thick layer of dulce de leche (a caramelized milk spread). They are a beloved treat originating from Argentina and Uruguay, with variations found throughout Latin America and Spain. The classic version is often finished with a dusting of powdered sugar or a coating of chocolate.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These cookies are high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the flour, butter, and the sugar-rich dulce de leche filling. A single alfajor provides a quick energy boost but is low in protein and essential nutrients, with a typical serving containing around 200-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 30 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 60 mg |
| Phosphorus | 45 mg |
| Vitamin A | 45 IU |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.05 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.06 mg |
| Magnesium | 10 mg |
Per 2 cookies (approx. 60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, alfajores are a centerpiece of social gatherings and holidays in Argentina, with regional variations like the coconut-dusted Havanna brand becoming iconic. Nutritionally, the dulce de leche filling is a unique source of calcium and protein from its condensed milk base, though these benefits are overshadowed by the high sugar and fat content.
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