Let's Begin!

Cookies

• In a large bowl with the paddle mixer attachment. Beat the butter until creamy and pale, then add sugar, mix until smooth. Add honey and vanilla, then the eggs one by one, and beat until all is combined.
• Sift the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, then add to the butter mixture. Mix with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until a soft dough forms. Wrap in cling film and refrigerate for an hour or two.
• Preheat oven to 350°F.
• On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough thin, about ⅓-inch over a floured countertop.
• Cut the Alfajores with a 1.5-inch cookie cutter, then place them on an oven tray lined with parchment paper.
• Bake for 10 minutes until the dough has slightly risen. Let the cookies cool completely after baking.

Let's Assemble!

• Fill the cookies with a tablespoon of dulce de leche, then sandwich them with another cookie.
• Wrap the Alfajores in plastic wrap, then refrigerate overnight.
• In a double boiler, melt the dark chocolate and melted butter. stir until all the chocolate is dissolved.
• Dip the Alfajores in the melted chocolate until everything is covered.
• Chill the Alfajores in the fridge until the coating is set and hardened.
• Serve and enjoy with family and friends!