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.

Pasticciotto Leccese (Lecce's Pastry)

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

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, butter, egg yolks, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt until a dough forms.
  3. 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.
  4. Fill each pastry shell with a generous spoonful of pastry cream.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
  6. 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