Easy Baked Pastries with 2-Ingredient Mayonnaise Dough
Believe it or not, a soft, golden pastry dough comes together with just flour and mayonnaise! These little baked pockets are endlessly versatile — stuff them with cheese, tuna, or veggies for a quick snack or light meal ready in under 30 minutes.
🛒 Ingredients
10 servings
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
- ½ cup (125 g) mayonnaise
- 1 egg yolk for egg wash
- Filling of your choice: shredded chicken, cheese, tuna, sautéed vegetables, or ham
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Directions
- 1
Combine the flour and mayonnaise in a large bowl. Mix with your hands until a smooth, pliable dough forms. Add a tablespoon of flour if too sticky, or a little extra mayo if it feels dry.
- 2
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll small portions of dough into thin rounds roughly 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter.
- 3
Place your chosen filling in the center of each round, leaving a ½-inch border all around, then fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape.
- 4
Press the edges firmly together to seal — use a fork to crimp them for a decorative finish.
- 5
Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush the tops with beaten egg yolk, and bake at 390 °F (200 °C) for 18–20 minutes until golden brown. In an air fryer, cook at 360 °F (180 °C) for 10 minutes.
- 6
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or a crisp green salad.
💡 Chef's Tip
The fat in the mayonnaise acts as both the binder and the shortening, so no butter or eggs are needed in the dough itself. Try a sweet version filled with Nutella and sliced banana for a fun dessert twist!
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