The Salteño toffee alfajor is a delicious variation of the classic Argentine alfajor, prepared with a touch of liqueur. Its dough is mixed with traditional ingredients and baked until achieving a perfect texture. Ideal for enjoying on any special occasion.
To enjoy the Salteño toffee alfajores, one must appreciate the delicate balance between the crispy texture of the dough and the softness of the filling.
The combination of local ingredients like anise and conac gives it a unique flavor that appeals to any palate.
This traditional recipe, passed down from generation to generation, is a true culinary treasure that awakens nostalgia and pleasure with every bite.
Salteño Toffee Alfajor
Ingredients
6 Egg yolks
6 Egg whites
1 tablespoon of Lard
2 tablespoons of White vinegar
1 cup of Anise
1 tablespoon of Conac
200 grams of Flour
3 tablespoons of Baking powder
250 grams of Cane honey
250 grams of Sugar
Nuts
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare the recipe, first whisk the egg yolks with the melted fat in a bowl.
Step 2 : Then, add the vinegar, anise, conac, and sifted flour along with the baking powder.
Step 3 : If necessary, add a little more flour so the dough doesn't stick to the hands.
Step 4 : Work with your fingers until the dough forms balls, then let it rest for 10 minutes and roll out into thin sheets.
Step 5 : Pierce with a fork and bake.
Step 6 : In a saucepan, mix the honey with the sugar, bring to the heat, and boil until reaching the hard ball stage.
Step 7 : Separately, beat the egg whites to stiff peaks and gradually add the boiling sugar syrup.
Step 8 : Finally, incorporate this mixture into the previous dough.
Step 9 : Shape disks with the dough and layer them before baking at 250°C for approximately 20 minutes.
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