{"id":212343,"date":"2025-04-29T07:36:06","date_gmt":"2025-04-29T07:36:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/baking-category-a-b\/how-to-make-sweet-shortcrust-pastry-easy-recipe\/"},"modified":"2025-04-29T07:36:06","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T07:36:06","slug":"how-to-make-sweet-shortcrust-pastry-easy-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=212343","title":{"rendered":"How To Make Sweet Shortcrust Pastry | Easy Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":" \r\n<br><div id=\"\">\n<p class=\"entry-meta\">Published: <time class=\"entry-time\">Mar 4, 2025<\/time> \u00b7 Modified: <time class=\"entry-modified-time\">Mar 4, 2025<\/time> by <span class=\"entry-author\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/about-bake-play-smile-melbourne-food-blogger\/\" class=\"entry-author-link\" rel=\"author\"><span class=\"entry-author-name\">Lucy<\/span><\/a><\/span> \u00b7 This post may contain affiliate links \u00b7 <span class=\"entry-comments-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/how-to-make-sweet-shortcrust-pastry-and-its-so-easy\/#comments\">53 Comments<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/div><div><div class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden\" style=\"display: none;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Sweet-Shortrust-Pastry.jpg\" data-pin-title=\"Sweet Shortcrust Pastry\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry... with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier! #homemade #sweet #shortcrust #pastry #recipe #thermomix #foodprocessor #dessert #pies #tarts\" alt=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry... with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier! #homemade #sweet #shortcrust #pastry #recipe #thermomix #foodprocessor #dessert #pies #tarts\" class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-inner  dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-single\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Sweet-Shortrust-Pastry-150x150.jpg\"\/><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Sweet-Shortrust-Pastry-150x150.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Sweet-Shortrust-Pastry.jpg\" data-pin-title=\"Sweet Shortcrust Pastry\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry... with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier! #homemade #sweet #shortcrust #pastry #recipe #thermomix #foodprocessor #dessert #pies #tarts\" alt=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry... with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier! #homemade #sweet #shortcrust #pastry #recipe #thermomix #foodprocessor #dessert #pies #tarts\" class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-inner  dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-single\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/div><span id=\"dpsp-post-content-markup\" data-image-pin-it=\"true\"\/>\n<p>Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry with just 4 basic ingredients. This simple recipe offers a delightful, buttery pastry perfect for pies, tarts, and other desserts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a 5-minute prep time and a foolproof method, you\u2019ll never go back to store-bought again!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry... with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier! #homemade #sweet #shortcrust #pastry #recipe #thermomix #foodprocessor #dessert #pies #tarts\" data-pin-title=\"Sweet Shortcrust Pastry\" alt=\"A pie with homemade sweet shortcrust pastry.\" class=\"wp-image-66819\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry... with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier! #homemade #sweet #shortcrust #pastry #recipe #thermomix #foodprocessor #dessert #pies #tarts\" data-pin-title=\"Sweet Shortcrust Pastry\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry.jpg\" alt=\"A pie with homemade sweet shortcrust pastry.\" class=\"wp-image-66819\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Shortcrust-Pastry.jpg\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Take your <a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/recipes\/desserts\/\"><strong>desserts to a delicious new level<\/strong><\/a> with our <strong>homemade sweet shortcrust pastry recipe<\/strong>. It&#8217;s so simple to make and the pie crust is perfect for sweet tarts and sweet pies like <a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/easy-apple-pie\/\"><strong>apple pie<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/lemon-meringue-pie\/\"><strong>lemon meringue pie<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/pecan-pie\/\"><strong>pecan pie<\/strong><\/a>, <strong>mince pies<\/strong> and more! <strong>Flaky, melt-in-your-mouth pastry<\/strong> has never been easier.<\/p>\n\n\n<style><![CDATA[<![CDATA[#feast-advanced-jump-to {\n\tz-index: 999;\n\tborder: none;\n\topacity: 0.97;\n\tbackground: #FCFCFC;\n\tborder-left: 4px solid #CCC;\n\tmargin-bottom: 57px;\n}\n#feast-advanced-jump-to ul {\n\tmargin-left: 0;\n\tmargin-bottom: 0;\n\tpadding-left: 0;\n\tpadding: 0 30px 16px;\n}\n#feast-advanced-jump-to summary {\n\tmin-height: 48px;\n\tline-height: 48px;\n\tpadding: 8px 30px;\n}\n#feast-advanced-jump-to li {\n\tlist-style-type: none;\n\tmargin-bottom:8px;\n}\n#feast-advanced-jump-to li a {\n\ttext-decoration: none;\n}\n#feast-advanced-jump-to { max-height: 275px !important; 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Not only is it incredibly versatile and delicious, but it also:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Making your own pastry tastes much better than store-bought versions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This easy recipe requires only four basic ingredients: flour, sugar, butter, and water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is an affordable alternative to pre-made pastry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can be frozen for future use\u2014wrap it in plastic or cling film and freeze it for up to a month<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is easy to make using either conventional methods or Thermomix<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-you-need\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Making sweet short crust pastry is simple and affordable. Here\u2019s everything you need to get started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry... with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier! #homemade #sweet #shortcrust #pastry #recipe #thermomix #foodprocessor #dessert #pies #tarts\" alt=\"Flour, sugar, butter and water in individual bowls on a bench top.\" class=\"wp-image-65704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry... with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier! #homemade #sweet #shortcrust #pastry #recipe #thermomix #foodprocessor #dessert #pies #tarts\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry.jpg\" alt=\"Flour, sugar, butter and water in individual bowls on a bench top.\" class=\"wp-image-65704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry.jpg\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Plain Flour<\/strong> (also known as all-purpose flour)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caster Sugar<\/strong> (or superfine sugar)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cold Butter<\/strong> (either salted or unsalted)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Iced Water<\/strong> (cold water is crucial for achieving a smooth dough)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>And that&#8217;s it!!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"equipment-required\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Equipment Required<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While you can mix this dough by hand, using a food processor or Thermomix makes it much quicker and easier. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mixing Bowl<\/strong> or any large bowl<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Food Processor or Thermomix<\/strong> (optional, but highly recommended)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rolling Pin<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pie Tin, Pie Pan, Tart Pan or Tart Tin<\/strong> (preferably with a removable bottom for easy removal)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"step-by-step-instructions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step By Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This easy shortcrust pastry recipe can be prepared in just a few steps. Whether you\u2019re using a food processor or working by hand, follow these simple directions for a perfect pastry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-process-the-dry-ingredients\">Step 1 &#8211; Process The Dry Ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step is to combine the <strong>flour, sugar, and cold butter<\/strong> in your food processor and pulse until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re mixing by hand, rub the butter into the flour and sugar using your fingertips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Ingredients for shortcrust pastry in a Thermomix jug.\" class=\"wp-image-65699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients for shortcrust pastry in a Thermomix jug.\" class=\"wp-image-65699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-2.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-add-water\">Step 2 &#8211; Add Water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Slowly add <strong>iced water<\/strong> and mix on low to medium speed until a dough forms. If the mixture seems too dry, add a little extra water until the dough holds together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Clumps of dough in a Thermix bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-65700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3.jpg\" alt=\"Clumps of dough in a Thermix bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-65700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-3.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-knead-pastry\">Step 3 &#8211; Knead Pastry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Turn the dough out onto a <strong>lightly floured surface<\/strong> and knead gently until it forms a smooth ball. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least <strong>30 minutes to rest.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"A hand holding a ball of pastry dough.\" class=\"wp-image-65701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4.jpg\" alt=\"A hand holding a ball of pastry dough.\" class=\"wp-image-65701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-4.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-roll-out-the-dough\">Step 4 &#8211; Roll Out The Dough<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the dough has rested, roll it out on a lightly floured, clean work surface to a <strong>thickness of about 3mm. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re making a pie or tart that requires both a top and bottom layer of pastry, <strong>divide the dough into two portions and roll <\/strong>each separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Pastry rolled out on a floured board.\" class=\"wp-image-65702\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5.jpg\" alt=\"Pastry rolled out on a floured board.\" class=\"wp-image-65702\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-5.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-5-bake\">Step 5 &#8211; Bake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Carefully drape the rolled-out dough over your tart tin or pie dish. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bake the pastry in a preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes or until lightly golden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Rolled out pastry draped over a tart tin.\" class=\"wp-image-65703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6.jpg\" alt=\"Rolled out pastry draped over a tart tin.\" class=\"wp-image-65703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-6.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>NOTE<\/strong>: If you&#8217;re not adding the pie\/dessert filling immediately, then<strong> blind bake the sweet shortcrust pastry base. <\/strong><em>See Notes on Blind Baking below.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"A homemade pie with sweet pastry in a baking dish.\" class=\"wp-image-37337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9-580x387.jpg 580w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9-252x168.jpg 252w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9-547x365.jpg 547w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry... with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier! #homemade #sweet #shortcrust #pastry #recipe #thermomix #foodprocessor #dessert #pies #tarts\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9.jpg\" alt=\"A homemade pie with sweet pastry in a baking dish.\" class=\"wp-image-37337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9-580x387.jpg 580w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9-252x168.jpg 252w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9-547x365.jpg 547w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry... with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier! #homemade #sweet #shortcrust #pastry #recipe #thermomix #foodprocessor #dessert #pies #tarts\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-Process-9.jpg\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"expert-tips\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Expert Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For best results, always use <strong>very cold, full-fat butter<\/strong>. Cold butter helps prevent the pastry from becoming greasy and ensures a flaky texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re making savoury shortcrust pastry, simply omit the sugar\u2014there\u2019s no need for a replacement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Keep everything cold<\/strong> during preparation. Chill your butter until you\u2019re ready to use it and add ice cubes to the water to keep it cold.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before rolling the dough, allow extra time to <strong>chill it<\/strong> so the butter can firm up, resulting in a beautifully flaky pastry. When ready, let the dough sit for 5-10 minutes to prevent cracks when rolling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a little <strong>flour on your rolling pin<\/strong> and work surface to prevent sticking. Roll the dough to about 3mm thick and ensure it\u2019s about 4cm wider than your tart tin (more if the tin has deep sides). Lift the dough using a rolling pin for easy positioning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can <strong>freeze uncooked sweet shortcrust pastry<\/strong>\u2014just wrap the dough in plastic and freeze for <strong>up to a month<\/strong>. Thaw before using.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"A golden baked homemade pie with caramel sauce in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-37339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2-252x378.jpg 252w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2-547x821.jpg 547w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry... with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier! #homemade #sweet #shortcrust #pastry #recipe #thermomix #foodprocessor #dessert #pies #tarts\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2.jpg\" alt=\"A golden baked homemade pie with caramel sauce in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-37339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2-252x378.jpg 252w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2-547x821.jpg 547w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry... with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier! #homemade #sweet #shortcrust #pastry #recipe #thermomix #foodprocessor #dessert #pies #tarts\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-2.jpg\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-blind-bake-pastry\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Blind Bake Pastry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Blind baking is a technique where the pastry is partially baked before adding the filling. This ensures the base holds its shape, prevents sogginess, and produces a beautifully flaky, golden crust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To blind bake, roll out the chilled dough and press it into your tin. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cover the pastry with baking paper and fill with ceramic baking beads, rice, or lentils to weigh it down. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bake for about 10 minutes, remove the weights and paper, and continue baking for another 10 minutes until the base is golden and firm. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then add your filling and top pastry (if needed), and bake until fully cooked.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1067\" height=\"1600\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-pin-description=\"Bake the perfect\u00a0homemade apple pie without any fuss using our quick and simple recipe. Make it\u00a0entirely from scratch or take some of our cheats shortcuts! #apple #pie #homemade #recipe #easy #pastry #thermomix #conventional #dessert\" alt=\"An apple pie with flaky pastry and apple filling in a baking dish.\" class=\"wp-image-37340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3.jpg 1067w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3-252x378.jpg 252w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3-547x821.jpg 547w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1067px) 100vw, 1067px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1067\" height=\"1600\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-pin-description=\"Bake the perfect\u00a0homemade apple pie without any fuss using our quick and simple recipe. Make it\u00a0entirely from scratch or take some of our cheats shortcuts! #apple #pie #homemade #recipe #easy #pastry #thermomix #conventional #dessert\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3.jpg\" alt=\"An apple pie with flaky pastry and apple filling in a baking dish.\" class=\"wp-image-37340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3.jpg 1067w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3-252x378.jpg 252w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3-547x821.jpg 547w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1067px) 100vw, 1067px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Apple-Pie-3.jpg\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741055579542\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I use margarine instead of butter?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">While butter gives the best flavor and flakiness, margarine can be used in a pinch. However, it may result in a slightly different texture and taste.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741055596664\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I make this pastry in advance?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes! You can make and refrigerate the dough for up to 3 days or freeze it for up to a month.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741055612287\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What if my pastry cracks when rolling it out?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Let the dough sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before rolling. This will prevent cracks.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741055626111\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do I prevent the pastry from shrinking?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><br\/>Chill the dough thoroughly before baking and use baking weights while blind baking to help maintain the shape<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741055644190\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I make sweet shortcrust pastry gluten-free?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can substitute regular flour with a gluten-free flour blend, but the texture may vary slightly.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve made your own sweet shortcrust pastry,<strong> you&#8217;ll never be able to go back to store-bought pastry again!<\/strong> Here&#8217;s a few of my favourite scrumptious recipes for using homemade shortcrust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong>WANT EVEN MORE DELICIOUS RECIPES?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/view.flodesk.com\/pages\/5ee20b2703741b002648f38a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Subscribe to my newsletter<\/a> or follow along on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/bakeplaysmileblog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook <\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bakeplaysmile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Instagram<\/a>. And if you love baking, then please come and join my\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/bakeplaysmilecookingclub\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook cooking club group<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCVlMozzKBrFtI1QD2tQed4A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">subscribe to my YouTube channel.\u00a0<\/a>Drape the pastry<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-15575\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"15575\" data-servings=\"1\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-recipe-template-1\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 10px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;border-radius: 30px;\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"attachment-200x200 size-200x200\" alt=\"A hand holding a ball of sweet shortcrust pastry.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-580x580.jpg 580w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature.jpg 1200w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" data-pin-title=\"How To Make Sweet Shortcrust Pastry\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-300x300.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 10px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;border-radius: 30px;\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-200x200 size-200x200\" alt=\"A hand holding a ball of sweet shortcrust pastry.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-580x580.jpg 580w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" data-pin-title=\"How To Make Sweet Shortcrust Pastry\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to make homemade sweet shortcrust pastry with just 4 basic ingredients and 5 minutes prep time... our step by step instructions couldn't be any easier!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sweet-Shortcrust-Pastry-feature.jpg\"\/><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-template-recipe-template-1-container\">\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-template-recipe-template-1-header\">\n\t\t<h2 id=\"how-to-make-sweet-shortcrust-pastry\" class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">How To Make Sweet Shortcrust Pastry<\/h2>\n\t\t\n\t\t<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Learn how to make deliciously sweet shortcrust pastry &#8211; it&#8217;s so easy! 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class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">basics<\/span><\/p><p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">Baking<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p><p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p><p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">Chilling time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p><p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hour<\/span><\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-15575 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"15575\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">serves<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t\t<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">2125<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/about-bake-play-smile-melbourne-food-blogger\/\" target=\"_self\">Lucy &#8211; Bake Play Smile<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-3823566441\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-3823566441\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"width: 40px;height: 20px;margin-top: -10px;background-color: #cccccc;border-radius: 10px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"margin-left: 50px;\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-15575-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"15575\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Conventional Method<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p>Place the flour, sugar and butter into a food processor and process it until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.<\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p><span style=\"display: block;\">Slowly adding the iced water until a smooth dough forms\u00a0(add a little extra iced water if the mixture is too crumbly).<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p>Knead the dough into a ball on a lightly floured surface.<\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p><span style=\"display: block;\">Wrap in plastic wrap and place it into the fridge for at least 30 minutes.<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p>When you&#8217;re ready to use your dough, roll it out on a lightly floured surface with a rolling pin until it is 3mm thick.<\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p>If you&#8217;re making a pie or dessert that has both a pastry bottom and top, it&#8217;s best to divide your dough into 2 and roll them out separately.<\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake the pastry in an oven preheated to 180 degrees celsius for approximately 20 minutes or until lightly golden and crisp.<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p><span style=\"display: block;\">Please note that if you&#8217;re not adding the pie\/dessert filling immediately, place a sheet of baking paper over the bottom of the pastry and fill with baking weights or rice (uncooked) before placing into the oven. Remove the paper and weights halfway through the baking time.<\/span><\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Thermomix Method<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p><span style=\"display: block;\">Place the flour, sugar and butter into the TM bowl and mix for 10 seconds on Speed 6 (or until it resembles fine breadcrumbs).<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the iced water and knead for 1 minute on Interval speed, or until the dough comes together\u00a0(add a little extra iced water if the mixture is too crumbly).<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p><span style=\"display: block;\">Knead the dough into a ball on a lightly floured surface.<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p><span style=\"display: block;\">Wrap in plastic wrap and place it into the fridge for at least 30 minutes.<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-1-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p><span style=\"display: block;\">When you&#8217;re ready to use your dough, roll it out on a lightly floured surface with a rolling pin until it is 3mm thick.<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-1-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p><span style=\"display: block;\">If you&#8217;re making a pie or dessert that has both a pastry bottom and top, it&#8217;s best to divide your dough into 2 and roll them out separately.<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-1-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake the pastry in an oven preheated to 180 degrees celsius for approximately 20 minutes or until lightly golden and crisp.<\/span><\/p><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-15575-step-1-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><p><span style=\"display: block;\">Please note that if you&#8217;re not adding the pie\/dessert filling immediately, place a sheet of baking paper over the bottom of the pastry and fill with baking weights or rice (uncooked) before placing into the oven. Remove the paper and weights halfway through the baking time.<\/span><\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>RECIPE NOTES &amp; TIPS<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use full fat butter that is very cold<\/strong>. Chilled butter will stop the pastry from becoming greasy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>For savoury shortcrust pastry, simply omit the sugar<\/strong> (there&#8217;s no need to replace it with anything).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try to keep all of your ingredients cold <\/strong>during the entire preparation process. Keep the butter chilled until you&#8217;re ready to use it. Add ice to water to chill it even further.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chill the dough before using it<\/strong> &#8211; this allows the butter to become firm again.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Remove the dough from the fridge <\/strong>and leave it for 5-10 minutes before rolling it out (this will stop the edges of the pastry from cracking when you roll it out).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add a little flour to your rolling pin and board when rolling out the dough<\/strong> (to stop it from sticking).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Roll the pastry out <\/strong>about 3mm thick, and 4cm (1.5 inches) wider than the tart tin you\u2019re lining, or even larger if the tin is deep sided.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Drape the pastry over the rolling pin to lift <\/strong>and help you position it over the tin.<\/li>\n<li><strong> If you&#8217;re not adding the pie\/dessert filling immediately<\/strong>, then blind bake the shortcrust pastry base.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Uncooked sweet shortcrust pastry can be frozen <\/strong>&#8211; just wrap a ball of dough in plastic wrap and pop in the freezer for up to one month. Allow to thaw and it&#8217;s ready to use!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>TO BLIND BAKE PASTRY:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Blind baking is the process of par-cooking pastry<\/strong> before adding filling and continuing to cook. This keeps the pastry in shape when filling is added, stops the pastry from going soggy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>To blind bake &#8211; <\/strong>roll the chilled dough out and press into the baking tin. Press a piece of baking paper (greaseproof paper) onto the top of the pastry. Fill the base and sides with <a href=\"https:\/\/wiltshire.com.au\/products\/baking-beads?variant=20563958136902\"><strong>ceramic baking beads<\/strong><\/a> (can be purchased from supermarkets or kitchenware stores). If you don\u2019t have baking weights, you can use uncooked rice or lentils instead.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Blind bake the pastry for about 10-15 minutes <\/strong>then remove the weights and parchment paper and continue to bake until base is firm and lightly golden.<\/li>\n<li><strong>When ready to fill the pie base, <\/strong>add the filling and top pastry (if covering your pie) and bake until the filling is cooked and the top pastry is golden.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:post-content --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/span>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/span>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/span>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/span>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list --><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2125<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">227<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">27<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">124<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">77<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">323<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1076<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">304<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">37<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3750<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">73<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11.6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><script type=\"rocketlazyloadscript\">(function(d, s, id) {\r\n  var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];\r\n  if (d.getElementById(id)) return;\r\n  js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id;\r\n  js.src = \\\"\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/all.js#xfbml=1&appId=300705486722954\\\";\r\n  fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);\r\n}(document, \\'script\\', \\'facebook-jssdk\\'));<\/script><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Published: Mar 4, 2025 \u00b7 Modified: Mar 4, 2025 by Lucy \u00b7 This 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