A Healthier Take on a Cornish Favourite
Spelt Cornish Pasties bring a rustic, wholegrain edge to this iconic British pastry. With tender beef, swede, potato and onion tucked inside a spelt flour pastry, each bite delivers hearty, traditional flavour with a nutritious boost.
Why You’ll Love It
They’re filling, easy to pack for lunch, and freeze well. The spelt pastry adds a nutty depth and is easier to digest than regular wheat. No fancy equipment needed – just basic ingredients and a hot oven. Ideal for batch cooking or fuss-free dinners.
Spelt Cornish Pasties
Description
A classic British pastry with a wholesome upgrade. These spelt Cornish pasties are flaky, hearty, and packed with traditional beef and veg filling.
Ingredients
For the spelt pastry:
For the filling:
For assembly:
Instructions
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Make the Pastry:In a bowl, rub cold butter into spelt flour and salt until it resembles breadcrumbs. Add water gradually and mix until a dough forms. Wrap and chill for 20 minutes.
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Prepare the Filling: Mix beef, potato, swede, onion, salt, pepper and butter in a bowl.
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Roll and Fill: Divide pastry into 4 balls. Roll each into a 20cm circle. Place filling on one half, leaving a border.
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Seal and Shape: Fold over the pastry, press edges, and crimp. Place on a baking tray lined with parchment.
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Bake: Brush with beaten egg. Bake at 200°C (180°C fan) for 45–50 minutes until golden.
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 590kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 31g48%
- Saturated Fat 17g85%
- Cholesterol 80mg27%
- Sodium 640mg27%
- Potassium 540mg16%
- Total Carbohydrate 51g17%
- Sugars 4g
- Protein 24g48%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Pasties are best eaten warm but also delicious cold. Great for meal prep or taking on the go.
