Pastry Recipe
Pair your coffee with a delectable pastry.
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Ingredients
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Pastry Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
Incorporate Butter
Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
- 4
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- 5
Shape the Pastries
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently. Roll out to about 1/2 inch thick and cut into desired shapes.
- 6
Bake the Pastries
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 7
Cool and Dust
Remove from the oven and let cool. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.