Cornstarch alfajores are a delicacy known for their gently melting texture, offering a unique culinary experience. Discover how to prepare these delicious Peruvian treats in the comfort of your own home with this authentic recipe.

Ingredients

For the cornstarch cookies:

• 100g unsalted butter at room temperature
• 100g granulated white sugar
• 4 egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons water
• 250g cornstarch
• 70g all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• Powdered sugar for dusting

For the white filling:

• 400g evaporated milk
• 400g condensed milk

Step-by-Step Instructions

For the cornstarch cookies:

1. In a bowl, cream the butter with the sugar until smooth.
2. Add the egg yolks and water, and mix well.
3. Incorporate the dry ingredients and mix until the dough comes together. Adjust the consistency by adding more water or flour if needed.
4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to ease rolling.
5. Dust a clean surface with flour and roll out the dough to a thickness of 2-3 mm.
6. Cut out circles using a 3 cm diameter cutter and place them on a baking tray.
7. Bake at 180°C for 8 minutes and let cool completely.

For the white filling:

1. In a large saucepan, combine the evaporated milk and condensed milk.
2. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and you can see the bottom of the pan.
3. Transfer the white filling to a container and let it cool.

Once the cookies are cooled, fill them with the white filling using a piping bag and dust with powdered sugar. Enjoy these delicious Peruvian alfajores anytime!

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