Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup pastry cream (homemade or store-bought)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Special equipment needed:
- Pasticciotto molds (or muffin tins)
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. Add the softened butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract and mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth.
5. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
7. Grease the pasticciotto molds (or muffin tins) with butter.
8. Roll out each portion of dough into a circle and line the molds with the dough.
9. Fill each mold with pastry cream.
10. Roll out the remaining dough and cut out 12 circles to cover the molds.
11. Place the circles on top of the pastry cream and press the edges to seal.
12. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
13. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
14. Remove the pasticciotti from the molds and dust with powdered sugar.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
12 pasticciotti
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 260
Total fat: 14g
Saturated fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 95mg
Sodium: 85mg
Total carbohydrates: 29g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugar: 12g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use margarine instead of butter.
- You can use a store-bought pie crust instead of making the dough from scratch.
- You can use lemon or orange zest to flavor the pastry cream.
Variations:
- You can add a teaspoon of cocoa powder to the dough for a chocolate flavor.
- You can add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the dough for a spicy flavor.
- You can add a tablespoon of rum to the pastry cream for an adult version.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is not too thin or too thick, or it will not hold the filling.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling it out for easier handling.
- You can freeze the pasticciotti for up to a month.
Storage instructions:
Store the pasticciotti in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the pasticciotti in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pasticciotti on a platter and dust with powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
You can garnish the pasticciotti with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Pairings:
Serve the pasticciotti with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Pasticciotti are a dessert and do not require any side dishes.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of milk.
- If the dough is too wet, add a tablespoon of flour.
- If the pasticciotti are not golden brown, bake them for a few more minutes.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the pastry cream is cooked to 165°F to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Pasticciotto Leccese is a traditional pastry from the city of Lecce in southern Italy. It is a sweet pastry filled with pastry cream and is typically eaten for breakfast or as a snack.
Flavor profiles:
Pasticciotto Leccese is a sweet pastry with a buttery crust and a creamy filling.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the pasticciotti warm or at room temperature.
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Region: Italian