Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Andalusia with these Authentic Andalusian Alfajores. These sweet treats are made with honey, toasted almonds, hazelnuts, breadcrumbs, and a hint of cinnamon and cloves, creating a delightful combination of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 250 g Honey
- 150 g Toasted almonds (can be whole and then crushed)
- 150 g Toasted hazelnuts (can also be whole and crushed)
- 100 g Breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp Ground Cloves
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional, for a fresh citrus note)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Toast the almonds and hazelnuts, crush them, and gather all other ingredients.
- Mix the Ingredients: Combine honey, nuts, breadcrumbs, spices, and lemon zest. Mix until well incorporated.
- Shape the Alfajores: Form small balls with the mixture and flatten them slightly.
- Dust with Sugar: Coat the alfajores with powdered sugar.
- Serve: Enjoy these Andalusian delights!
Notes
- You can experiment with different nuts or spices to customize the flavor of these alfajores.
- For a richer taste, drizzle melted chocolate over the finished alfajores.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg