Pasticciotto Leccese (Lecce's Pastry)
Pasticciotto Leccese is a traditional pastry from the Puglia region of Italy, specifically from the city of Lecce. This delicious pastry is a must-try for anyone visiting the area and is a beloved treat for locals.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pastry cream (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, butter, egg yolks, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and press each portion into the bottom and up the sides of a muffin tin, creating the pastry shell.
- Fill each pastry shell with a generous spoonful of pastry cream.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
- Allow the pasticciotti to cool slightly before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 55 minutes
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 14g
- Protein
- 4g
Supplies
Muffin tin Mixing bowl Measuring cups and spoons
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the pasticciotti with a dusting of powdered sugar on top and a cup of espresso for a delightful Italian treat.
Tips & tricks
For an extra special touch, try adding a sprinkle of lemon zest to the pastry cream before baking.
Cost
$10