Do you want to impress your friends or family with a homemade delicious crostata? Look no further! In this step-by-step guide, we will walk you through the process of baking a mouthwatering crostata. Let’s get started!

Gather Your Ingredients

Before diving into the baking process, it’s essential to have all the necessary ingredients at hand. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup of granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon of salt
  • 1 stick (½ cup) of unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons of ice water
  • Your choice of fruit filling (e.g., berries, peaches, or apples)
  • 1 tablespoon of milk for brushing the crust
  • Extra sugar for sprinkling

Prepare the Dough

Now that you have all your ingredients ready, it’s time to prepare the dough:

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
  2. Add the cold cubed butter to the bowl and use your fingertips to work it into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and ice water.
  4. Gradually pour the egg mixture into the large bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring with a fork until the dough starts to come together.
  5. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it forms a smooth ball.
  6. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Roll Out the Dough

Once the dough has chilled, it’s time to roll it out:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Take the chilled dough out of the refrigerator and let it sit for a few minutes to soften slightly.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle about 12 inches (30 cm) in diameter.
  4. Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough onto the prepared baking sheet.

Add the Fruit Filling

Now comes the fun part – adding your favorite fruit filling:

  1. Spoon your chosen fruit filling onto the center of the rolled-out dough, leaving a 2-inch (5 cm) border around the edges.
  2. Gently fold the edges of the dough over the filling, creating pleats as you go.

Bake the Crostata

It’s time to turn your creation into a delicious treat:

  1. Brush the folded edges of the dough with milk and sprinkle some sugar on top.
  2. Bake the crostata in the preheated oven for approximately 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbling.
  3. Remove the crostata from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Enjoy Your Homemade Crostata!

Congratulations! You have successfully baked a delicious crostata. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and savor every bite of this delightful homemade treat.

Now that you have the step-by-step guide, it’s time to put your baking skills to the test. Enjoy the process, have fun, and share the joy of a homemade crostata with your loved ones!

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