Dorothy's Best Ever Pastry

Master the art of homemade baking with Dorothy's Best Ever Pastry—a timeless recipe guaranteed to elevate your pie and tart game. This buttery, flaky pastry is made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and a clever dash of white vinegar, ensuring a perfectly tender crust every time. The secret lies in the delicate balance of technique: cutting the butter into the flour until pea-sized chunks remain and gently adding just enough ice-cold water to hold the dough together. With just 20 minutes of prep, this versatile pastry dough can be chilled for later use, making it perfect for both spur-of-the-moment baking and advanced preparation. Whether you're crafting a sweet fruit pie or a savory quiche, this recipe is your go-to for effortless elegance. Try Dorothy's Best Ever Pastry today, and experience the difference of homemade goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter (cold)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons ice water
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and granulated sugar.

Step 2

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter scattered throughout.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine the ice water and white vinegar.

Step 5

Drizzle the water-vinegar mixture into the flour-butter mixture a tablespoon at a time, stirring gently with a fork after each addition.

Step 6

Continue adding the liquid until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix; the dough should still look slightly shaggy.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide it in half. Shape each half into a flat disc.

Step 8

Wrap each disc in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days before rolling out.

Step 9

When ready to use, roll out the dough on a floured surface to the desired thickness for your recipe.

Step 10

Use as needed for pies, tarts, or other pastries. Bake according to the specific recipe instructions for your dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(647.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2840.5

Total Fat 194.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 516.7mg	0%
Sodium 1218.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 33.0g	0%

Vitamin D 116.7IU	0%
Calcium 91.1mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 375.2mg	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: 61.5%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 33.9%