Cuernitos De Mermelada
Delight your taste buds with *Cuernitos de Mermelada*, a buttery, flaky pastry filled with vibrant fruit jam that melts in your mouth with every bite. These Spanish-inspired crescent-shaped treats are made from a tender pastry dough, enriched with cold butter and a touch of sugar for just the right balance of sweetness. Each cuernito is carefully rolled around a dollop of your favorite jam—think apricot, strawberry, or raspberry—and baked to golden perfection after a light egg wash for a glossy finish. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, these irresistible pastries are finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a delicate, elegant touch. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, these homemade pastries will impress guests and satisfy cravings alike. Whether you're seeking a classic European-inspired dessert or a stylish addition to your tea table, *Cuernitos de Mermelada* promise to deliver charm and flavor in every bite.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 125 grams Unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 60 milliliters Whole milk
- 150 grams Fruit jam or preserves (e.g., apricot, strawberry, or raspberry)
- 20 grams Powdered sugar (for garnish)
- 1 large Egg (for egg wash)
- 15 milliliters Water (for egg wash)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Step 2
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and milk. Pour this mixture into the flour and butter mixture and gently mix until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 4
Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Step 5
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 6
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a large circle, about 3mm thick. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to divide the dough into 12 equal wedges, like slicing a pizza.
Step 7
Place about 1 teaspoon of fruit jam at the wider end of each wedge. Carefully roll the wedge from the wider end to the point, forming a crescent shape.
Step 8
Transfer the cuernitos to the prepared baking sheet, placing them seam-side down to prevent unrolling during baking.
Step 9
In a small bowl, whisk the egg and water together to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash lightly over each pastry to promote a golden, shiny finish.
Step 10
Bake the cuernitos in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
Step 11
Remove the pastries from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack.
Step 12
Once cooled, dust the cuernitos with powdered sugar for garnish and serve.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (744.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2612.1 |
| Total Fat 115.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 68.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 650.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2512.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 362.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 149.8g | |
| Protein 37.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 86.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 201.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 624.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories