Crostata Dough
Master the art of rustic Italian baking with this versatile and buttery Crostata Dough recipe. Made with just six simple ingredients—like cold unsalted butter, egg yolks, and a touch of sugar—this dough is perfectly tender, easy to work with, and the ideal foundation for both sweet and savory creations. Quickly blended to achieve a crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth texture, the dough only needs a quick rest in the fridge before it’s ready to roll out and fill with your favorite seasonal fruits, jams, or savory toppings. Whether you’re crafting a golden, fruit-studded crostata or a hearty vegetable galette, this classic dough guarantees a flaky, crisp crust every time. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a true staple for any baking enthusiast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 125 grams Unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons Ice water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Whisk together until evenly distributed.
Add the cold, diced butter to the bowl. Using your fingers, a pastry cutter, or a food processor, rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Work quickly to prevent the butter from warming too much.
In a separate small bowl, whisk the egg yolks and ice water together until combined. Pour this mixture into the flour and butter mixture.
Using a fork or your hands, gently mix the dough until it just comes together. Avoid over-mixing to ensure the dough remains tender.
Turn the dough out onto a clean work surface and gently shape it into a cohesive disk. Wrap the disk in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the dough to rest.
Once chilled, the crostata dough is ready to roll out for your desired recipe. Dust your work surface and rolling pin lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
Use this dough as a base for sweet or savory crostatas, following the specific recipe's instructions for filling and baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2121 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.1 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.8 g | 344% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 646 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 2389 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 242.0 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 332 mg | 7% | |
*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.
