Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 stick unsalted butter (8 tablespoons)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Fillings of your choice (such as chocolate, caramel, or jam) for the centers of the pastries
- Powdered sugar for dusting the finished pastries
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including baking time)
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes at 375°F (190°C)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- In another bowl, melt the butter in the microwave or on the stove. Let cool slightly.
- Add the eggs to the melted butter and mix well. Then add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Drop the pastry dough by the spoonful onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
- Once cooled, make a small hole in the bottom of each pastry and insert your filling of choice. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Based on a small pastry without filling)
Calories: Approx. 150 calories per pastry
Fat: Approx. 6g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 20g
Protein: Approx. 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- These pastries are light, fluffy, and have a crispy exterior.
- The fillings provide a sweet contrast to the pastry's slightly crisp exterior.
- They are perfect for an afternoon tea or as a dessert with coffee or tea.
User Comments:
- "These pastries were so light and delicious! The filling was just perfect." - John Doe
- "These were my first attempt at making Pasticciotti, and they came out great! The instructions were very clear." - Jane Smith
- "I love how these pastries are not too sweet and have a great balance of flavors." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use room temperature eggs when making the pastry dough as this will help with the texture of the pastry.
- Do not overmix the dough; it should be just combined. Overmixing can lead to tough pastries.
- Make sure to insert your filling of choice before serving as this will enhance the flavor of the pastry greatly.
