Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 500 grams
- Unsalted butter: 250 grams (melted and cooled)
- Cold water: 100-120 milliliters
- Sugar: 3 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
Preparation Time:
- Preparation time: 1 hour (including dough preparation and chilling time)
- Cooking time: 20-30 minutes (for a single batch of pastry)
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty; requires attention to mixing and handling the dough)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add cooled melted butter and mix well.
- Gradually add cold water while mixing to form a soft dough.
- Knead the dough briefly until smooth and place in a greased bowl.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pastry dough to desired thickness.
- Use the pastry for baking or fillings as desired.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, assuming the dish is shared equally among 8 people)
Calories: Approximately 500-600 calories per serving (depending on additional ingredients used)
Fat: 30-40 grams
Carbohydrates: 50-60 grams
Protein: 8-10 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and buttery taste
- Flaky and crispy texture
- Suitable for a variety of baking needs, from pies to tarts
User Comments:
- "This pastry dough is amazing! So crispy and flaky, loved the buttery flavor."
- "Easy to make and perfect for my pie baking needs."
- "Great recipe, followed it to the letter and the results were perfect."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the butter is completely melted and cooled before adding to the flour mixture.
- Add water gradually to avoid making the dough too wet or sticky.
- Handle the dough as little as possible to avoid toughening it; knead briefly until smooth.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling out to ensure it's easier to handle and less sticky.
