Pasteles – Argentinean Caramel Filled Crescents

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 5
Argentinean Caramel Filled Crescents recipe for a sweet delight
in Pastry

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

1 hr 55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup confectioners ' sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter
7 tablespoons ice water
2 tablespoons milk
25 individually wrapped caramels , unwrapped
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1 egg
1 tablespoon water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
255
Sugar
13g
Fat
14g
Argentinean Caramel Filled Crescents are a traditional pastry that is often enjoyed as a dessert or sweet snack in Argentina. They are a type of medialuna, which means half-moon in Spanish, and are similar to croissants. These pastries are filled with caramel and coconut flakes, which provide a delicious contrast to the flaky pastry. They are easy to make and are sure to impress your friends and family with their sweet, gooey center and golden exterior.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, confectioners' sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2.Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3.Gradually add the ice water while mixing, until the dough comes together.
4.Divide the dough into two balls, wrap them in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
5.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6.On a floured surface, roll out one ball of dough into a thin circle.
7.Cut the circle into 12 wedges, like a pizza.
8.Place a caramel and some coconut flakes on the wide end of each wedge.
9.Roll the dough up over the filling, starting at the wide end and rolling towards the point.
10.Place the crescents on the prepared baking sheet.
11.Whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash and brush it over the crescents.
12.Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.

PROS

These Argentinean Caramel Filled Crescents are the perfect combination of flaky pastry and gooey caramel filling.

They make a great dessert or sweet snack and are easy to make.

CONS

These pastries are quite sweet, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They also contain a relatively high amount of fat and sugar.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these pastries are not particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The coconut flakes in this recipe provide a source of dietary fiber, and the caramels contain small amounts of calcium and iron.

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