Flaky, ear-shaped puff pastries dusted in sugar are a beloved Mexican bakery staple. This crispy, family-friendly pan dulce is a sweet, buttery treat for any time of day.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Thaw the puff pastry sheets according to package instructions, then roll out on a lightly sugared surface to a 10x12-inch rectangle.
Brush the entire pastry surface with melted butter, then sprinkle evenly with half of the sugar.
Starting from both long sides, roll each side tightly toward the center until they meet in the middle, forming a double log.
Slice the rolled dough into 1/2-inch pieces and dip the cut sides into the remaining sugar for extra crunch.
Arrange slices flat on the parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart to allow spreading.
Bake for 10 minutes, then flip each cookie with a spatula and bake another 7–10 minutes until golden and crisp.
Let Orejas Dulces cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes to set the crisp texture before serving.