{"id":5689,"date":"2024-10-20T07:28:24","date_gmt":"2024-10-20T07:28:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/?p=5689"},"modified":"2024-10-20T07:28:25","modified_gmt":"2024-10-20T07:28:25","slug":"crispy-butter-pastries-with-meringue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/?p=5689","title":{"rendered":"Crispy Butter Pastries with Meringue"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-109.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-109.png 720w, https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-109-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-109-300x375.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For the Dough:<\/strong><ul><li><ul><li>2 egg yolks (reserve the whites for the meringue)250g (2 cups) all-purpose flourPinch of salt<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanillin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>160g (\u2154 cup) cold butter, cubed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>100g (\u2153 cup) sour cream<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For the Meringue:<\/strong><ul><li><ul><li>2 egg whitesPinch of salt<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Optional:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Powdered sugar for dusting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Directions:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare the dough:<\/strong><ul><li><ul><li>In a large bowl, add 250g of flour, a pinch of salt, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla or vanillin. Mix to combine.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><ul><li>Add 160g of cold butter cubes to the flour mixture. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.<\/li><li>Add 2 egg yolks and 100g of sour cream to the crumb mixture. Knead until a smooth dough forms.<\/li><li>Divide the dough into 25 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a small ball.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Refrigerate the dough balls for 10 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare the meringue:<\/strong><ul><li><ul><li>In a clean bowl, whisk 2 egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gradually add 100g of sugar while continuing to whisk until stiff peaks form. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla or vanillin and mix until incorporated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shape the pastries:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take each chilled dough ball and flatten it into a small disc. Spoon a small amount of meringue in the center of each disc and fold over the edges to partially cover the meringue (refer to video or image for shaping).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bake the pastries:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat the oven to 180\u00b0C (350\u00b0F). Place the shaped pastries on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bake for 25 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and the meringue is set.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finishing touches:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Remove from the oven and let the pastries cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Serve:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Serve the pastries warm or at room temperature with a cup of tea or coffee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Serving Suggestions:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Serve with a side of whipped cream or ice cream.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pair with a hot cup of tea or coffee for an afternoon treat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dust with cinnamon or cocoa powder instead of powdered sugar for a flavor twist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve with fresh berries or jam for extra sweetness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy as a sweet snack at breakfast or brunch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cooking Tips:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cold butter is key:<\/strong>\u00a0Make sure your butter is cold when rubbing it into the flour to achieve a flaky, crumbly dough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Beat egg whites properly:<\/strong>\u00a0Ensure the bowl is clean and free of any grease when whipping the egg whites to achieve stiff peaks.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Work quickly:<\/strong>\u00a0To prevent the dough from becoming too soft, work quickly when handling it and refrigerate as needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoid overfilling:<\/strong>\u00a0Be careful not to overfill the dough with meringue, as it may spill out during baking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Optional fillings:<\/strong>\u00a0You can add a small piece of fruit, jam, or chocolate in the center of the meringue for extra flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Nutritional Benefits:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Eggs<\/strong>\u00a0provide high-quality protein and essential vitamins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Butter<\/strong>\u00a0offers fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, and E, while contributing to a rich flavor and texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meringue<\/strong>\u00a0made with egg whites is light and low in calories, providing a sweet treat without being too heavy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sour cream<\/strong>\u00a0adds moisture and tang, while containing beneficial probiotics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dietary Information:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gluten-free option:<\/strong>\u00a0You can substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend to make this recipe gluten-free.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dairy-free option:<\/strong>\u00a0Use plant-based butter and dairy-free yogurt to make it dairy-free.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Nutritional Facts (per pastry, approx.):<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Calories:<\/strong>\u00a0150\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Carbohydrates:<\/strong>\u00a015g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Protein:<\/strong>\u00a03g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fat:<\/strong>\u00a09g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Saturated Fat:<\/strong>\u00a05g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cholesterol:<\/strong>\u00a060mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sodium:<\/strong>\u00a050mg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fiber:<\/strong>\u00a00g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sugar:<\/strong>\u00a07g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Storage:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Refrigerator:<\/strong>\u00a0These pastries can be refrigerated for up to 5 days in an airtight container.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freezer:<\/strong>\u00a0Freeze the unbaked dough for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator and proceed with baking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ingredients: Directions: Serving Suggestions: Cooking Tips: Nutritional Benefits: Dietary Information: Nutritional Facts (per pastry, approx.): Storage:<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":5690,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5689","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-recipe"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5689","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=5689"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5689\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5692,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5689\/revisions\/5692"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/5690"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=5689"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=5689"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=5689"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}