Dulce de Leche Alfajores (Egg-Free)

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Cornstarch
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Sugar
• 0.5 cup Applesauce
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 jar Dulce de leche
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. 1In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
2. 2In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the applesauce and vanilla extract.
3. 3Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. 4Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
5. 5Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
6. 6Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut out circles using a cookie cutter.
7. 7Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. 8Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
9. 9Let the cookies cool completely. Spread dulce de leche on one cookie and top with another cookie to form a sandwich.
10. 10Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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