Pate Sucree (Sweet Pastry Dough)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13

The Perfect Pate Sucree recipe for your baked goods

by The Chefin Pastry Dough

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 cup butter , room temperature
	1/4 cup powdered sugar , sifted
	1 1/2 eggs , large
	2 cups cake flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

1 batch

Calories

2463

Sugar

75g

Fat

162g

Pate Sucree is a classic French pastry dough that is used for a wide range of baked goods, including tarts, pies, and cookies. It is a sweet and buttery dough that is easy to work with and produces delicious results. The dough has a crisp texture that holds up well to fillings, making it a popular choice for fruit tarts and other desserts. It is a must-have recipe in any baker's repertoire, as it can be adapted to a variety of different recipes.

Instructions

1.	Using a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
2.	Add in the eggs gradually, mixing until well combined.
3.	Mix in the flour until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
4.	Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and form into a ball.
5.	Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before using.

PROS

Pate Sucree is a versatile pastry dough that can be used in a variety of baked goods, including tarts, pies, and cookies.

It has a sweet, buttery flavor that pairs well with a range of fillings and toppings.

CONS

This pastry dough is high in calories and fat due to the butter and sugar content.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Pate Sucree is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
However, it does contain some health benefits from the eggs and flour, which are good sources of protein and essential nutrients.