Synonyms for

Pastry

Verb / ˈpeɪstri: / Another word for pastry — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Pastry is a type of food made with flour, butter, and sugar, and often filled with fruit or cream.

Synonyms & similar words

pastrydough pie puff turnover croissant danish strudel bun roll sweet cake tart crust flaky crispy bread dough patisserie bakery confectionery

Synonyms by register

Formal

baked goods confectionery viennoiserie

Informal

treat sweet baked stuff cake

Literary

delicacy sweetmeat

Antonyms

raw uncooked unbaked savory plain simple

Common collocations

  • flaky pastry
  • shortcrust pastry
  • puff pastry
  • sweet pastry
  • savory pastry
  • pastry chef
  • pastry shop
  • pastry cream

Word family

noun pastry
adjective pastry

Usage note

Pastry specifically refers to dough that is often used for pies, tarts, and other baked goods, typically with a high fat content. It is distinct from cake or bread.

Example sentences

  1. I love to eat pastries for breakfast.
  2. The bakery sells many different types of pastries.
  3. My mom makes delicious pastries at home.
  4. I like the raspberry filling in my pastry.
  5. The pastry chef created a beautiful cake for the wedding.

Quotes

  • The only thing better than a pastry is a warm, fresh-out-of-the-oven pastry.
  • Pastry is my weakness.
  • A party without pastry is just a meeting.

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