Chiean Alfajores Dough

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Recipe's preparation

Method

1.Make the dough

 •Place flour and egg yolks into the mixing bowl.

 •Mix 15 sec / Speed 4 until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.

2.Add liquids

 •Add milk, vinegar and melted butter.

 •Mix 20 sec / Speed 4.

3.Knead

 •Knead 2 min / Dough mode.

 •Check the dough. It should be smooth and pliable. If it seems dry, add 1 tsp water and knead 30 sec / Dough mode. Repeat only if necessary.

4.Rest

 •Remove dough from the bowl and shape into a disc.

 •Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 2 days.

5.Prepare for baking

 •Preheat oven to 180°C.

 •Roll dough thinly (about 2–3 mm) on a lightly floured surface.

 •Cut into rounds and place on lined baking trays.

 •Prick each biscuit with a fork.

6.Bake

 •Bake for 10–12 minutes / 180°C until lightly golden.

 •Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.

7.Assemble

 •Spread or pipe dulce de leche onto half the biscuits.

 •Top with remaining biscuits to form sandwiches.