Alfajores de Maizena (Sandwich Cookies Filled with Dulce de Leche)
Extra-thick dulce de leche between two buttery cookies rolled in shredded coconut all add up to the perfect bite in these alfajores de maizena. Argentinian League of Kitchens instructor Mirta Rinaldi learned how to make these melt-in-your-mouth sandwich cookies from her mom. One of the most popular cookies in Argentina, they're found in all sizes at bakeries there and are picked up by the dozens for special occasions and celebrations year-round. Because of the generous amount of cornstarch in the dough, the cookies remain tender and soft after baking. Seek out dulce de leche repostero, which is made for pastry and baking, for this recipe; it's extra thick, with a firm body that won't squeeze out past the edges of the cookies in between bites.
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Make Ahead
Sandwich cookies can be stored in an airtight container in refrigerator up to 10 days.
Note
Dulce de leche repostero is thick and intended for baking or decorating. Find it at Latin markets or online at amigofoods.com.