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Dulce de Leche Sandwich Cookies

Dulce de Leche Sandwich Cookies for Irresistible Holiday Cheer

Delight in these Dulce de Leche Sandwich Cookies, a festive treat that brings warmth and joy to your holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: South American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dulce de Leche
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Essential for the rich flavor of dulce de leche; do not substitute.
Cookies
  • 1 cup Vermont Creamery Unsalted Cultured Butter Choose high-quality butter for the best results.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar No direct substitutes unless using sugar alternatives.
  • 2 large Egg Yolks Contribute moisture and richness; cannot be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla extract for the best taste.
  • 1/4 cup Corn Starch Can be substituted with additional all-purpose flour.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for proper rise.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances overall flavor; do not omit.

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • cookie cutter
  • plastic wrap
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Dulce de Leche Preparation
  1. Place an unopened can of sweetened condensed milk in a pot and cover with water. Simmer for 4 hours, ensuring the can remains submerged. Cool, open, and stir in a pinch of salt.
Cookie Dough Preparation
  1. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add egg yolks and vanilla slowly. Gradually mix in cornstarch, flour, baking powder, and salt until a dough forms.
Chilling and Rolling
  1. Divide dough into two disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 1 hour. Preheat oven to 350°F.
Baking
  1. Roll out each disk to 1/8-inch thick, cut out circles, and bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on a wire rack.
Assembling Cookies
  1. Spread 1 teaspoon of dulce de leche on half of the cookies, top with the other half, and press gently to form a sandwich. Optionally sprinkle powdered sugar on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 9gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Enjoy with coffee or hot chocolate for a delightful pairing. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

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