Spicy Cream Cheese Pastry

This unique pastry dough combines the richness of butter and cream cheese with a surprising hint of heat from ground cayenne. The result is a tender, flaky crust that works beautifully for savory pot pies, quiches, or even spicy hand pies. The cayenne adds a gentle warmth that complements the dairy without overpowering it, creating a sophisticated flavor profile. The dough is easy to make, requiring just a few simple pantry staples. It holds its shape well during baking and provides a luxurious texture that elevates any filling. Perfect for meal prep, as it can be made ahead and chilled. This versatile base is a game-changer for home cooks looking to add a touch of gourmet flair to their comfort food classics.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Baked Goods

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 1

Calories: 872.1

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

This unique pastry dough combines the richness of butter and cream cheese with a surprising hint of heat from ground cayenne. The result is a tender, flaky crust that works beautifully for savory pot pies, quiches, or even spicy hand pies. The cayenne adds a gentle warmth that complements the dairy without overpowering it, creating a sophisticated flavor profile. The dough is easy to make, requiring just a few simple pantry staples. It holds its shape well during baking and provides a luxurious texture that elevates any filling. Perfect for meal prep, as it can be made ahead and chilled. This versatile base is a game-changer for home cooks looking to add a touch of gourmet flair to their comfort food classics.

Ingredients

2 cup All purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon Salt
2 teaspoon Ground cayenne
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter,

Directions

1
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and ground cayenne.
2
Add the cold, cubed butter and cold cream cheese to the dry ingredients.
3
Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut in the butter and cream cheese until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining.
4
Alternatively, pulse the dry ingredients, butter, and cream cheese in a food processor until the dough just begins to clump together.
5
Gather the dough into a ball, wrap tightly in plastic wrap or waxed paper, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 872.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 50.1g78%
Saturated Fat 30.9g155%
Cholesterol 131.0mg44%
Sodium 2442.8mg102%
Total Carbohydrate 91.3g31%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 13.1g27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This dough yields enough for the top crust of one large pot pie or three individual ones.

Ensure butter and cream cheese are kept cold to maintain a flaky texture.

The dough can be stored in the refrigerator for up to several hours, or frozen for longer storage.

Keywords: pastry, dough, spicy, cream cheese, butter, cayenne, flaky, crust, pot pie, quiche, baking, vegetarian, homemade, comfort food, savory, flour, chilled, easy, meal prep, gourmet

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