Marissa's MediterraneanCrispy, golden pastry pockets filled with a zesty, sweet lemon ricotta cream. A lighter take on a classic Italian treat that feels like a hug for your taste buds.
In a large bowl, rub the chilled butter into the flour with your fingertips until it looks like coarse breadcrumbs.
Keep the butter as cold as possible for the flakiest crust!
Add the egg and cold water, mixing quickly until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic and chill in the fridge.
Chilling the dough prevents it from shrinking when baked.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the ricotta, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
Use whole milk ricotta for the best flavor.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness and cut into 4-inch circles.
Place a tablespoon of the ricotta mixture in the center of each circle, fold over, and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
Bake at 375°F (190°C) until golden brown and crisp.
Let the pastries cool slightly on a wire rack before dusting with powdered sugar.
The secret to that perfect texture is the cold water—it helps the dough stay flaky rather than tough. If you don't have a rolling pin, a clean wine bottle works in a pinch! From my kitchen to yours, this is pure comfort.
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Marissa's Mediterranean
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For moms that like Mediterranean. Simple and healthy
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