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Media Lunas Recipe (Argentinian Croissants)

Soft, buttery, slightly sweet Argentine “half-moon” pastries — perfect for breakfast or merienda.

⭐ Ingredients

For the dough:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup warm milk
  • ½ cup warm water
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 large egg
  • 4 tbsp butter, room temperature
  • ½ tsp salt

For laminating:

  • 8 tbsp (1 stick) cold butter

For glaze:

  • ¼ cup water
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey

⭐ Instructions

1. Activate the yeast

  • Mix warm milk, warm water, honey, and yeast.
  • Let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.

2. Prepare the dough

  • In a bowl combine flour, sugar, and salt.
  • Add the yeast mixture, egg, and softened butter.
  • Knead until smooth and elastic (8–10 minutes).
  • Cover and let rise 1 hour.

3. Prepare the butter block

  • Place cold butter between parchment papers.
  • Roll into a thin square and refrigerate.

4. Laminate the dough

  • Roll dough into a rectangle.
  • Place butter inside and fold like an envelope.
  • Roll out again, fold into thirds.
  • Chill 20 minutes.
  • Repeat rolling and folding 2 more times.

5. Shape the media lunas

  • Roll dough into a large thin sheet.
  • Cut long triangles.
  • Roll each triangle from wide end to tip to form crescent shapes.
  • Place on a baking tray and let rise 45 minutes.

6. Bake

  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–18 minutes or until golden.

7. Add glaze

  • Heat water, sugar, and honey.
  • Brush over warm media lunas for the classic shiny finish.

⭐ Serving Suggestions for Media Lunas

Media Lunas are soft, buttery Argentinian crescent pastries that pair beautifully with both sweet and savory options. Here are the best serving ideas:

1. With Coffee or Mate (Traditional)

Media Lunas are most commonly enjoyed for breakfast with:

  • A cup of café con leche (coffee with milk)
  • Hot chocolate
  • Traditional Argentine yerba mate

2. Spread with Dulce de Leche

A classic pairing! Offer your readers:

  • Soft dulce de leche
  • Spread generously on warm Media Lunas

3. Butter & Jam

Perfect for a simple morning treat:

  • Butter
  • Strawberry or apricot jam
  • Honey

4. Ham & Cheese (Savory Option)

Argentinians often enjoy Media Lunas rellenas:

  • Slice them open
  • Add ham and cheese
  • Warm slightly until cheese melts

5. With Fresh Fruit

Serve along with:

  • Mixed berries
  • Sliced bananas
  • Orange segments

6. As Part of a Brunch Platter

Include them in a larger spread with:

  • Scrambled eggs
  • Fresh salads
  • Cheeses and cold cuts
  • Fresh juice

7. Drizzled with Glaze

For a sweet finish:

  • Light vanilla or lemon glaze
  • Dusting of powdered sugar

8. With Ice Cream (Dessert Style)

Warm Media Lunas + ice cream = irresistible:

  • Serve with vanilla or dulce de leche ice cream
  • Add caramel sauce on top

⭐ Storage Tips

  • Room temperature: Keep in an airtight container for 2 days.
  • Refrigerate: Up to 5 days. Reheat for 5 minutes to refresh.
  • Freeze: Freeze baked media lunas for 2 months. Thaw and warm before serving.
  • Do not glaze before freezing — glaze after reheating for best shine.

⭐ FAQs

1. What makes media lunas different from croissants?

Media lunas are sweeter, softer, and slightly denser than French croissants. They have a honey-sugar glaze that croissants do not.

2. Can I use the same recipe to make savory media lunas?

Yes! Skip the sugar glaze and use less sugar in the dough.

3. Why didn’t my media lunas rise well?

Your yeast may have been old or the dough was not proofed long enough. Ensure warm rising conditions.

4. Can I make media lunas ahead?

Yes — shape them, freeze unbaked, and bake directly from frozen.

5. What is the best way to reheat them?

Bake for 5 minutes at 350°F to restore softness and flakiness.

⭐ Similar Recipes :

You can add these on MonzoorsKitchen:

  • Choripán Recipe
  • Fugazzeta (Argentinian Pizza)
  • Carbonada Criolla
  • Polenta con Tuco
  • Empanadas Argentinas


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