Cheese and Bacon Pasties Makes About 8
Golden, flaky, and irresistibly savory, these Cheese and Bacon Pasties are the perfect handheld comfort food for any occasion. Featuring a buttery homemade pastry filled with a mouthwatering mix of crispy smoked bacon, gooey cheddar cheese, tender potatoes, and sweet onions, these pasties deliver a satisfying balance of flavor and texture in every bite. With easy-to-follow steps and a short chill time to ensure perfectly tender dough, this recipe is both beginner-friendly and delightfully rewarding. Perfect for lunchboxes, picnics, or a cozy weeknight dinner, these pasties are best served warm but are equally delicious at room temperature. Make a batch of eight and experience the comfort of classic homemade baking! Keywords: Cheese and Bacon Pasties, flaky pastry, savory hand pies, comfort food recipe, easy lunch ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 g Unsalted butter (cold)
- 300 g All-purpose flour
- 8 tbsp Ice water
- 200 g Smoked bacon (diced)
- 150 g Cheddar cheese (grated)
- 2 Eggs (beaten)
- 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
- 2 small Potatoes (finely diced)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tbsp Milk (for brushing)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and a pinch of salt.
Add the cold butter to the flour and use your fingers to rub it in until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix with a fork until the dough just comes together.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently for 1 minute. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
While the pastry is chilling, cook the diced bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion and diced potatoes until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the bacon and season with salt and pepper. Let the mixture cool slightly before adding the grated cheddar and 1 beaten egg. Mix thoroughly.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of about 3-4mm on a floured surface. Use a round cutter or a saucer (about 15cm in diameter) to cut out 8 discs.
Place a heaping tablespoon of the filling in the center of each pastry disc. Fold the pastry over to form a half-moon shape and press the edges firmly to seal, crimping with a fork if desired.
Transfer the pasties to the prepared baking tray and brush the tops with the remaining beaten egg mixed with 2 tablespoons of milk.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pasties are golden brown and crisp.
Allow the pasties to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4109 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 268.1 g | 344% | |
| Saturated Fat | 142.5 g | 712% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1082 mg | 361% | |
| Sodium | 7324 mg | 318% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.7 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 159.7 g | 319% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 1349 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 2412 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
