Pâte Sablée (Classic Sweet Tart Pastry)
Pâte Sablée, a classic sweet tart pastry, is the quintessential base for creating delightful desserts. Its buttery flavor and crumbly texture make it a versatile choice, perfect for everything from fresh fruit tarts to rich chocolate ganache creations. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures that both novice and experienced bakers can produce a perfectly tender crust that elevates any filling. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you’ll find yourself mastering this essential pastry dough in no time. Ideal for casual gatherings or elegant celebrations, Pâte Sablée is a must-have in your baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies by filling
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 150 g unsalted butter (softened at room temperature)
- ½ tsp salt
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 250 g all-purpose flour
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, salt, and sugar. Cream together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and mix until fully incorporated.
- Gradually sift in the flour, mixing until just combined to form a soft dough.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your tart pan.
- Pre-bake according to your chosen filling's instructions or until lightly golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 212
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 36mg