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Classic Beavertails Pastry
A classic Canadian pastry, Beavertails is a sweet, crispy, and flaky pastry topped with cinnamon sugar, typically shaped like a beaver's tail. It is a popular treat among locals and tourists alike, often enjoyed with a warm beverage. This recipe guides you through the process of making a delicious Beavertails pastry at home, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Time Cook
20
Level
Intermediate
Calories
320
Allergens
Gluten, Dairy
Ingredients
2 cups
All-purpose flour
250 Calories
1/2 cup
Granulated sugar
100 Calories
1 tsp
Cinnamon
6 Calories
1/2 tsp
Salt
1 Calories
1/2 cup
Unsalted butter
100 Calories
1/2 cup
Whole milk
50 Calories
1
Egg
70 Calories
1/4 cup
Cinnamon sugar topping
50 Calories
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
2
Add the unsalted butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the dough comes together in a ball.
3
Gradually add the whole milk to the dough, mixing until it forms a smooth, pliable ball.
4
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
5
Use a pastry cutter or a knife to cut the dough into long, thin strips, about 1 inch wide and 6 inches long.
6
Shape each strip into a beaver's tail shape, with a rounded end and a tapered end.
7
Place the shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about 1 inch of space between each pastry.
8
Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar topping.
9
Bake the pastries in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
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