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Pasticciotti

Cultural Context

Pasticciotti, originating from the Puglia region of Italy, are delightful pastry shells filled with rich pastry cream. Traditionally served during festive occasions, these treats reflect the region's love for sweet flavors and artisanal baking. Today, Pasticciotti are enjoyed not only in Italy but have also gained popularity worldwide, often featuring variations in fillings and flavors.

ItalianITPugliadessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 cup pastry cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
4 oz dark chocolate

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free alternative with a similar texture.

pastry cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: vanilla pudding mix

Greek yogurt adds protein while keeping it creamy.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate

Chocolate chips are easier to find and can be used in the same way.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Preheat the oven to 320°C (about 600°F).

2

Prepare the short crust pastry and place it in a metal case.

3

Seal and trim the pastry.

4

Brush the pastry with egg white.

5

Bake in the oven for 10 minutes at 320°C.

Cooking Techniques

mixingrollingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlwhiskrolling pinmuffin tinbaking sheetwire rack

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

PasticciottoPasticciotti Leccesi
Local Name: Pasticciotti

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