Hazelnut Shortcrust Pastry Recipe

Ingredients:

• 250g plain flour
• 125g unsalted butter, cubed
• 65g hazelnuts, finely chopped
• 1 egg yolk
• 1-2 tbsp cold water
• Pinch of salt

Method:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan or gas mark 4).
2. Place the flour, salt and cubed butter into a bowl and rub together using your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
3. Add the finely chopped hazelnuts to the mixture and stir well.
4. Add the egg yolk and 1-2 tablespoons of cold water to the mixture and stir until it forms a dough. Don’t overwork the dough.
5. Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to the desired thickness and use it to line a greased 20cm tart tin.
6. Trim the edges and prick the base of the pastry all over with a fork.
7. Bake the pastry in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
8. Remove the pastry from the oven and allow it to cool completely before filling it with your desired filling.

Verdict:

This Hazelnut Shortcrust Pastry is perfect for any sweet or savory tart. The hazelnuts provide a delicious nutty flavor that compliments both sweet and savory fillings.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve with your favorite fruit filling and whipped cream for a sweet dessert.
• Pair it with a cheesy or egg-based filling for a savory tart.