Basic shortcrust pastry

Learn how to make perfect shortcrust pastry every time with our easy recipe. For best results, make sure the butter is cold

Prep time:	​ 5-10 mins.
Difficulty	easy

Ingrredients

225g plain flour

pinch salt 100g butter, diced

Method

• STEP 1Sift 225g plain flour into a large bowl, add 100g diced butter and rub in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

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• STEP 2Stir in a pinch of salt, then add 2-3 tbsp water and mix to a firm dough.

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• STEP 3Knead the dough briefly and gently on a floured surface.

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• STEP 4Wrap in cling film and chill while preparing the filling.