Provided by Food Network
Time 3h25m
Yield 50 small pastries
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine and mix the flour, water, pork lard and salt. Mix until the dough is not sticky but not firm (do not over mix), finger should leave a dent. Place the dough on a large, floured work surface. Using hands, stretch the dough out into a large, even rectangle. Spread the cubes of margarine evenly on top. Vertically fold each end to meet in the middle. Overlapping, in thirds, fold horizontally. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough to 1 1/2 inches thick. Fold into thirds vertically and then again horizontally. Transfer to a baking tray and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Once rested, transfer the dough to a floured work surface and roll out to a 1-inch thick rectangle. Dust off any excess flour and repeat the folds, 4 folds in total. Transfer to a baking tray, wrap and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes.
- Lay the dough on a sugared work surface. Sprinkle the rest of the sugar on top of the dough. Roll the dough out to a 3/4-inch thick rectangle. Make sure to press the sugar into the dough. Cut the dough into 3-inch squares. Place a heaping tablespoon of cream cheese in each center. Wet the dough's edges with water. Fold one corner into the cream cheese and continue to roll like a cigar. Press 3 fingers flat on top of the pastry. Place in the oven for until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Serve with a cafe con leche.
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[email protected]These pastelitos are a delicious and easy treat. I'll definitely be making them again.
DoyoulikeZayan
[email protected]I'm not a fan of puff pastry, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised at how good the pastelitos were.
Malik Maaz
[email protected]These pastelitos are the perfect combination of sweet and savory. The cream cheese filling is perfectly balanced by the flaky pastry.
Hadia Jameel
[email protected]The pastelitos were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.
Cugg Ufcgyu
[email protected]I made these pastelitos for a potluck and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!
Isongo Ngombane
[email protected]These pastelitos are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack. They're easy to make and can be enjoyed hot or cold.
Abdiel Moya
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cream cheese, but these pastelitos were surprisingly good. The pastry was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful.
Qindesa
[email protected]The pastry was a bit dry, but the cream cheese filling was spot-on.
Sintle Gqotso
[email protected]These pastelitos were a bit more labor-intensive than I expected, but they were worth the effort. They're so delicious and addictive!
Jackie Cano
[email protected]I've tried many pastelito recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cream cheese filling is perfectly balanced, not too sweet and not too tangy.
Neo Mashilo
[email protected]The pastelitos were a hit at my party! Everyone raved about the creamy filling and the crispy pastry.
Benedict Odion
[email protected]Followed the recipe to a T and the pastelitos turned out amazing! My family loved them and they disappeared within minutes.
Nana Akwasi Nana Akwasi
[email protected]This pastelito de queso recipe is a game-changer! The cream cheese filling is velvety and tangy, perfectly complemented by the flaky puff pastry. I'm definitely adding this to my regular baking rotation.