Cookies
There's a great variety of South American cookies to explore, such as the classic alfajor and its variations, the many kind of Brazilian cookies, and all sorts cookies made with coconut and tropical fruit.
Alfajores - Caramel Sandwich Cookies
Alfajores are the quintessential street food in South America. They make a great afternoon snack with a cup of coffee or tea.
Alfajores are the quintessential street food in South America. They make a great afternoon snack with a cup of coffee or tea.
Alfajores de Chocolate - Chocolate Caramel Sandwich Cookies
One of the best variations on a traditional alfajor sandwich cookie, chocolate is added to both the cookie dough and to the filling. The result is a decadent chocolate treat.
One of the best variations on a traditional alfajor sandwich cookie, chocolate is added to both the cookie dough and to the filling. The result is a decadent chocolate treat.
Anise Sandwich Cookies with Brown Sugar Syrup - Alfajores de Miel
Two tender anise flavored cookies stuck together with a delicious brown sugar syrup.
Two tender anise flavored cookies stuck together with a delicious brown sugar syrup.
Lemon Lime Alfajores - Alfajores de Limon
A citrus variation of the classic alfajor sandwich cookie, in which two lemon shortbread cookies are sandwiched with a layer of tart lime curd.
A citrus variation of the classic alfajor sandwich cookie, in which two lemon shortbread cookies are sandwiched with a layer of tart lime curd.
Praline Alfajores - Pecan Praline Sandwich Cookies
This is a variation on the classic alfajor sandwich cookie. Dulce de leche is still the filling, but the cookie is a pecan brown sugar shortbread cookie.
This is a variation on the classic alfajor sandwich cookie. Dulce de leche is still the filling, but the cookie is a pecan brown sugar shortbread cookie.
Almond Shortbread Alfajores
Almond shortbread alfajores are a dressed-up version of the ordinary alfajor sandwich cookie. Two buttery cookies, rich with almond paste, sandwich a layer of creamy caramel dulce de leche filling.
Almond shortbread alfajores are a dressed-up version of the ordinary alfajor sandwich cookie. Two buttery cookies, rich with almond paste, sandwich a layer of creamy caramel dulce de leche filling.
Heart-shaped Alfajor Cookies
Perfect for a gift or for celebrating Valentine's Day, these alfajor cookies are cut into heart shapes and sandwiched with a rich dulce de leche filling.
Perfect for a gift or for celebrating Valentine's Day, these alfajor cookies are cut into heart shapes and sandwiched with a rich dulce de leche filling.
Jordan Almond Macaroons - Cocada Cookies
A recipe for coconut macaroons made with leftover Easter candy, such as chopped Jordan almonds, chocolate eggs, and melted chocolate bunnies.
A recipe for coconut macaroons made with leftover Easter candy, such as chopped Jordan almonds, chocolate eggs, and melted chocolate bunnies.
Brazilian Cashew & Peanut Cookies - Pacoca Cookies
These Brazilian-inspired cashew and peanut cookies have the flavor of the popular Brazilian candy called paçoca, with the addition of chopped toasted cashews.
These Brazilian-inspired cashew and peanut cookies have the flavor of the popular Brazilian candy called paçoca, with the addition of chopped toasted cashews.
Guava Thumbprint Cookies with Cashews and Coconut
Guava jelly, cashews, and coconut give these thumbprint cookies tropical flair.
Guava jelly, cashews, and coconut give these thumbprint cookies tropical flair.
Cocadas - Coconut Macaroon Cookies
These sweet cookies are a South American variation on a coconut macaroon. They are typically molded into a dome shape, and vary from bite size to quite large. The larger ones have a delicious soft center. You can use sweetened or unsweetened dried coconut, depending on your preference. Sandwich 2 cookies together with dulce de leche for an extra special treat.
These sweet cookies are a South American variation on a coconut macaroon. They are typically molded into a dome shape, and vary from bite size to quite large. The larger ones have a delicious soft center. You can use sweetened or unsweetened dried coconut, depending on your preference. Sandwich 2 cookies together with dulce de leche for an extra special treat.