Shortcrust pastry forms the foundation of many classic desserts and baked goods, from tarts to pies. This basic sweet shortcrust pastry recipe combines just a few simple ingredients to create a versatile and delicious dough. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, mastering this pastry will open up a world of delicious possibilities.
- Ensure all ingredients are cold before starting. Cold butter helps create a flaky texture.
- Use a food processor to combine the ingredients quickly if you want to prevent the butter from warming up too much.
- Don’t overwork the dough. Mix until just combined to avoid a tough pastry.
- Rest the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This helps relax the gluten and makes it easier to handle.
- If the dough starts to crack when rolling out, let it rest at room temperature for a few minutes before continuing.
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of salt.
This basic sweet shortcrust pastry recipe is straightforward and results in a buttery, slightly sweet dough that's perfect for a variety of desserts. With just a few ingredients and a bit of practice, you'll be able to create the perfect pastry base for your tarts, pies, and more.
Nutrition Facts | |
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Serving Size | 63 grams |
Energy | |
Calories 300kcal | 15% |
Protein | |
Protein 4.36g | 3% |
Carbohydrates | |
Carbohydrates 33g | 10% |
Fiber 0.94g | 2% |
Sugar 11g | 11% |
Fat | |
Fat 16g | 19% |
Saturated 9g | 29% |
Cholesterol 77mg | - |
Vitamins | |
Vitamin A 150ug | 17% |
Choline 30mg | 5% |
Vitamin B1 0.10mg | 8% |
Vitamin B2 0.02mg | 1% |
Vitamin B3 0.50mg | 3% |
Vitamin B6 0.04mg | 2% |
Vitamin B9 12ug | 3% |
Vitamin B12 0.06ug | 2% |
Vitamin C 0.00mg | 0% |
Vitamin E 0.18mg | 1% |
Vitamin K 1.40ug | 1% |
Minerals | |
Calcium, Ca 15mg | 1% |
Copper, Cu 0.07mg | 8% |
Iron, Fe 0.46mg | 4% |
Magnesium, Mg 12mg | 3% |
Phosphorus, P 54mg | 5% |
Potassium, K 55mg | 2% |
Selenium, Se 8ug | 14% |
Sodium, Na 3.98mg | 0% |
Zinc, Zn 0.44mg | 4% |
Water | |
Water 10g | - |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
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