Powdered Sugar Pastry
Delightfully delicate and irresistibly buttery, this Powdered Sugar Pastry recipe is a baker's dream come true, offering the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, creamy unsalted butter, and a touch of finely sifted powdered sugar, this easy-to-make pastry dough is infused with the warm aroma of vanilla and a whisper of salt to elevate its flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this versatile recipe creates a melt-in-your-mouth pastry shell that's ideal for tarts, pies, or even as a base for elegant cookies. The dough chills to perfection and bakes to a soft, golden finish, making it a go-to choice for your next dessert masterpiece. Whether you're crafting delicate holiday treats or a show-stopping dessert centerpiece, this Powdered Sugar Pastry elevates any creation to bakery-level bliss. Perfect for any occasion—serve it as is, or load it with your favorite fillings for a truly customizable delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 Egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Ice water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour and powdered sugar to ensure there are no lumps.
Cut the unsalted butter into cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or fingertips to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolk with vanilla extract and salt.
Add the egg mixture to the flour and butter blend. Mix gently with a fork until just combined.
Drizzle in the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough holds together when squeezed.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it gently a few times to bring it together, being careful not to overwork it.
Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
After chilling, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit your pastry pan or cut into desired shapes for cookies.
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet or pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack before filling or serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2223 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.9 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.0 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 432 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 621 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.0 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 119.0 g | ||
| Protein | 28.3 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 311 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.
