Description
Indulge in the flavors of Andalusia with these traditional alfajores, a sweet and nutty treat that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 250 g Honey
- 150 g Toasted almonds (can be whole and then crushed)
- 150 g Toasted hazelnuts (can also be whole and crushed)
- 100 g Breadcrumbs
Spices and Flavorings:
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp Ground Cloves
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional, for a fresh citrus note)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Nut Mixture: Combine toasted almonds, hazelnuts, breadcrumbs, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and lemon zest in a bowl.
- Heat the Honey: In a saucepan, heat the honey until it reaches a liquid consistency.
- Mix Everything Together: Pour the hot honey over the nut mixture and mix well until fully combined.
- Shape the Alfajores: Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into round cookies.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar: Dust the alfajores with powdered sugar and let them cool before serving.
Notes
- You can customize the nut mixture by using different nuts or adding spices like nutmeg or allspice.
- For a richer flavor, you can toast the nuts before crushing them.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 alfajor
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Andalusian recipe, Spanish dessert, nutty cookies