An alfajor (Spanish pronunciation: [alfaˈxoɾ], plural
alfajores) is a traditional confection typically made of
flour, honey, and nuts. It is found in Argentina, Paraguay, the
Philippines, Southern Brazil, Southern France, Spain, Uruguay, Peru,
Ecuador, Colombia and Chile. The archetypal alfajor entered Iberia
during the period of al-Andalus. It is produced in the form of a small
cylinder and is sold either individually or in boxes containing several
pieces.