Pasteles – Argentinean Caramel Filled Crescents

Pasteles are a popular dessert in Argentina, especially during the holiday season. They are often enjoyed with a cup of mate, a traditional Argentinean beverage.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 105 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Pasteles – Argentinean Caramel Filled Crescents

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Argentinian Courses: Any, Dessert, Pastry Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup(s) All-purpose flour
• 1 cup(s) Unsalted butter
• ¹⁄₄ cup(s) Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon(s) Salt
• 3 unit(s) Egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon(s) Vanilla extract
• 1 cup(s) Dulce de leche

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix together flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles crumbs.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks and vanilla extract. Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and mix until a dough forms.
3. Divide the dough into two equal portions and flatten into discs. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. On a floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out circles using a round cookie cutter.
6. Spoon a teaspoon of dulce de leche onto each circle of dough. Fold the dough over to form a crescent shape and seal the edges using a fork.
7. Place the crescents onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Allow the crescents to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 24g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.