Shared by Fany Gerson
Masa De Nata (All-Purpose Sweet Pie Dough)
Yield: two 10-inch circles of doughTime: 15 minutes, plus overnight restingThis recipe was shared by Fany Gerson. Read more about her family in "Fany Gerson’s Family Dessert Recipe Has Traveled 9,000 Miles" and try her recipes for strawberry galette with masa de nata, hibiscus raspberry pops, matzo ball soup a la Mexicana and boca negra (flourless chocolate cake with sweet tomatillo sauce).
Family Journey
Annapol, UkraineMexico City
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Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, room temperature (soft)
Preparation
Step 1
Whisk the flour, baking powder, and sugar together in a large bowl until evenly combined.
Step 2
Make a well in the center and add the sour cream, eggs, and butter. Using a fork, start to break up and mix the wet ingredients together, then slowly start to incorporate the flour until a shaggy dough starts to come together. Knead by hand until smooth and uniform.
Step 3
Divide into two even pieces, shape into a disc and wrap tightly with plastic wrap.
Step 4
Refrigerate overnight and then roll out and use as you wish or freeze for up to 1 month.
