Indulge in the heavenly taste of homemade crescent rolls filled with rich and creamy dulce de leche. These pastries, inspired by Argentine medialunas, are perfect for any time of day. With their buttery, flaky layers and sweet filling, they offer a luxurious treat that is sure to delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
Why You’ll Love This: These crescent rolls are a delightful combination of buttery, flaky pastry and sweet, creamy dulce de leche. The dough, enriched with milk and sugar, provides a tender and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, brunch, or a special treat, these rolls are bound to become a favorite for their delicious flavor and beautiful appearance.
Perfect Occasion: These crescent rolls are ideal for weekend brunches, holiday breakfasts, or as a sweet indulgence to accompany your afternoon coffee or tea. They are also perfect for special occasions such as birthdays, family gatherings, or any event where you want to serve a show-stopping homemade pastry.
Decoration Tips: For an elegant touch, brush the crescent rolls with a mixture of egg wash before baking to give them a beautiful golden-brown finish. After baking, you can dust them with powdered sugar or drizzle with a bit of melted chocolate for added sweetness and visual appeal. For a creative twist, sprinkle them with finely chopped nuts or decorate with edible flowers.
Ingredients:
- Dough:
- 260g milk
- 25g fresh yeast
- 500g all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 75g sugar
- 1 egg
- 200g butter (for the butter layer)
- 10g salt
- Filling:
- Dulce de leche
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, combine the milk, yeast, flour, sugar, egg, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise for 45 minutes.
- Prepare the Butter Layer:
- Place 200g of butter between two sheets of plastic wrap. Roll out into a rectangle and place in the freezer for 10 minutes.
- Incorporate the Butter:
- Roll out the dough into a large rectangle on a floured surface.
- Place the chilled butter layer in the center of the dough. Fold the dough over the butter, sealing it like an envelope.
- Roll out the dough again and fold it into thirds. Repeat this process two more times, chilling the dough for 15 minutes between each fold.
- Shape and Fill the Crescent Rolls:
- Roll out the dough into a large rectangle and cut into triangles.
- Stretch each triangle slightly and place a spoonful of dulce de leche at the base. Roll up the triangles to form crescent shapes.
- Place the filled crescent rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Proof and Bake:
- Let the crescent rolls rise for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Brush the crescent rolls with an egg wash for a glossy finish.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool and Decorate:
- Let the crescent rolls cool slightly on a wire rack.
- Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate.
Enjoy! Savor the rich, buttery layers and creamy dulce de leche filling of these exquisite crescent rolls. Perfect for any occasion, they’re sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
