Short Crust Pastry

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

egg yolk

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal provides binding without eggs.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a different flavor profile.

Start with 500 g of soft low protein plain flour in a food processor.

Add 250 g of cold butter to the flour.

Pulse the food processor to agitate the butter with the flour until it resembles a crumb-like consistency.

Add 1 egg (or just the yolk) and a splash of iced water to the mixture.

Pulse again until the pastry comes together nicely.

Remove the pastry from the bowl and bring it together by hand.

Cut the dough in half to create two pieces and press each into a disc.

Wrap each disc in cling wrap for storage.

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up before using, or freeze for later use.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens