Delicious Sweet Tart Pastry Recipe

Indulge your taste buds with this mouthwatering sweet tart pastry. The pastry has a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness that pairs beautifully with any filling. It is flaky, buttery, and simply irresistible. This recipe is easy to follow and requires just a few simple ingredients. Prepare this sweet tart pastry from scratch and add a delightful touch to your desserts. Enjoy it with your favorite fruit filling or go for a classic lemon tart. A perfect treat for any occasion!

Ingredients

• 2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 tablespoon ice-cold water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
2. Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, ice-cold water, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the egg yolk mixture to the flour mixture and stir until the dough comes together.
5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it a few times to bring it together. Shape it into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly.
8. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your tart pan or pie dish.
9. Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough to the pan and press it into the bottom and sides.
10. Trim any excess dough around the edges and patch any cracks or tears with extra dough.
11. Place a piece of parchment paper over the dough and fill it with pie weights or dried beans.
12. Bake the tart pastry in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
13. Remove the parchment paper and pie weights. Continue baking for another 5-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
14. Allow the sweet tart pastry to cool completely before filling it with your desired filling.

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