Pastry Desserts Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pastry Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, until a smooth dough forms.
- 2
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
- 3
Roll Out the Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut the dough into desired shapes using cookie cutters.
- 4
Bake the Pastries
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the cut-out pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- 5
Cool and Decorate
Remove the pastries from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, spread fruit preserves or fresh fruit on top of the pastries. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.