Cheese Pasties

Indulge in the comforting flavors of cheese pasties, a classic handheld treat packed with rich, cheesy goodness. This recipe combines a buttery, flaky pastry made from scratch with a luscious filling of sharp cheddar, creamy cream cheese, zesty mustard, and fresh spring onions. Perfectly seasoned and baked to golden perfection, each pasty offers a delightful balance of crisp texture and gooey filling. Ideal for a savory snack, casual lunch, or party appetizer, these homemade cheese pasties are an irresistible crowd-pleaser. With simple ingredients and a quick prep time, you'll be savoring these golden pockets of cheesy bliss in under an hour.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 125 grams unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 4 tablespoons cold water
• 150 grams cheddar cheese (grated)
• 50 grams cream cheese
• 2 whole spring onions (sliced finely)
• 1 teaspoon mustard (Dijon or wholegrain)
• 1 whole egg (beaten, for egg wash)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt together.

Step 2

Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour, and using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough begins to come together.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, knead gently into a smooth ball, then wrap in cling film and chill in the fridge for 20 minutes.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, mix the grated cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mustard, and finely sliced spring onions. Season with pepper to taste.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan)/400°F/Gas Mark 6.

Step 7

Roll out the chilled pastry on a floured surface until it's about 3mm thick.

Step 8

Using a round cutter (about 12cm in diameter), cut out circles of pastry. Gather and re-roll scraps if needed to make more circles.

Step 9

Place a tablespoon of the cheese filling in the center of each pastry circle. Dampen the edges with a little water, fold the pastry over into a semi-circle, and press the edges together to seal.

Step 10

Crimp the edges with a fork to fully seal and give a decorative finish.

Step 11

Place the assembled pasties onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 12

Brush the tops of the pasties with the beaten egg for a golden finish.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the pasties are golden brown and crisp.

Step 14

Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(722.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2656.8

Total Fat 174.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 670.1mg	0%
Sodium 2455.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 201.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 3.5g
Protein 74.5g	0%

Vitamin D 73.1IU	0%
Calcium 1234.4mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 678.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.7%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 30.2%