Dulce De Leche Pastries (Printable Version)

Flaky puff pastry filled with creamy caramel and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar

# What You Need:

→ Pastry Components

01 - 1 sheet (approximately 9 oz) ready-rolled puff pastry, store-bought or homemade
02 - 1 large egg, beaten for egg wash

→ Filling

03 - 7 oz (about 3/4 cup) dulce de leche
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

→ Cinnamon Sugar Topping

05 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
02 - Unroll puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 8 equal rectangles, approximately 3x4 inches each.
03 - Combine dulce de leche with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl if using the optional cinnamon enhancement. Stir until smooth and well incorporated.
04 - Place 1 generous tablespoon of dulce de leche mixture in the center of each pastry rectangle. Fold pastry over to create squares or triangles. Press edges firmly with fork tines to seal completely, preventing filling leakage during baking.
05 - Arrange sealed pastries on prepared baking sheet, leaving 1 inch between pieces. Brush tops generously with beaten egg for golden browning.
06 - Combine 2 tablespoons sugar with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Sprinkle mixture evenly over egg-washed pastries.
07 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until pastries are deeply golden brown and puffed. Pastry layers should be visibly flaky and crisp.
08 - Allow pastries to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature. Best enjoyed within 2 hours of baking for optimal texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • These come together in under 40 minutes with ingredients you probably already have
  • The contrast between flaky buttery pastry and creamy dulce de leche is absolutely addictive
02 -
  • Sealing the edges really well with the fork prevents the dulce de leche from leaking out during baking
  • Let them cool for at least 5 minutes or the filling will burn your mouth, though I know you'll want to bite immediately
03 -
  • Work quickly with cold puff pastry to maintain those beautiful flaky layers
  • If your dulce de leche is too thick to spread, microwave it for 10 seconds to soften

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