Discover a tasty new treat from this sister-run bakery, whose in-demand alfajores cookies are a hit among sweet-toothed Etsy buyers.
In our 5-Star Buys series, we spotlight popular Etsy items that recently struck a chord with shoppers—and let their rave reviews do the talking.
Never underestimate the power of a really good cookie—especially a homemade batch, baked with love and dropped right on your doorstep. Inspired by the traditional desserts of their childhood, El Salvadoran sisters Nicole and Alejandra Leiva founded Baltimore-based dessert shop Dulceology in 2012, and made delivering bite-sized delights a family affair. Their signature treat? Buttery alfajores: shortbread-like cookies packed with luscious dulce de leche filling and custom-finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, a shaving of coconut, or a generous chocolate dunk to suit the specifics of any sweet tooth (even gluten-free!). And for some shoppers, the melt-in-your-mouth alfajores even offer the same familiar taste of home that they do for their makers. Check out this review from one fully satisfied customer:
“I'm from Peru, and I always miss my country's desserts, but these alfajores make me feel like I was there again during this quarantine. They were delicious! The right amount of sweet, the right texture...the right amount of everything. Thank you!" — CN
