Best Basic Shortcrust Pastry Recipes

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BASIC SHORTCRUST PASTRY



Basic shortcrust pastry image

Learn how to make perfect shortcrust pastry every time with our easy recipe. For best results, make sure the butter is cold

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dessert, Main course, Side dish, Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 325g

Number Of Ingredients 3

225g plain flour
100g butter, diced
pinch salt

Steps:

  • Sift 225g plain flour into a large bowl, add 100g diced butter and rub in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
  • Stir in a pinch of salt, then add 2-3 tbsp water and mix to a firm dough.
  • Knead the dough briefly and gently on a floured surface.
  • Wrap in cling film and chill while preparing the filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 29 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 0.3 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium

BASIC SHORTCRUST PASTRY (GORDON RAMSAY) RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Basic Shortcrust Pastry (Gordon Ramsay) Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by Chez_Alexander

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup flour
1 tsp fine sea salt
2/3 cup cold unsalted butter, diced (10-11 TBS)
4-6 TBS ice-cold water

Steps:

  • 1. Place flour and salt in a food processor. Add the butter and mix for about 10 seconds, or until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Tip into a mixing bowl. 2. Add 4 TBS of water and stir the mixture with a butter knife until the dough just comes together. If it seems too dry, add another 1-2 TBS of water. Try not to make the dough too wet, as it results in a crumbly pastry. 3. Lightly knead the dough into a smooth ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes before using. Makes 2 cups (16 oz) of dough. Entire recipe = 36 Weight Watchers points.

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