Recipe
Homemade Flaky Puff Pastry
Butterly Delights: Homemade Flaky Puff Pastry Recipe
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Indulge in the exquisite flavors of French cuisine with this homemade flaky puff pastry recipe. Perfectly buttery and light, this versatile pastry is a staple in French baking, used to create a variety of sweet and savory delights.
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Preparation time
30 minutes
Cooking time
N/A (Puff pastry is used as a base for other recipes and does not require specific cooking time)
Total time
2 hours 30 minutes (including chilling time)
Yields
12 servings
Preparation difficulty
Medium
Suitable for
Vegetarian, Lactose-free (if using dairy-free butter), Nut-free, Soy-free, Kosher
Allergens
Wheat, Dairy
Not suitable for
Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Paleo
Ingredients
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2 1/2 cups (300g) all-purpose flour 2 1/2 cups (300g) all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
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1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
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1 cup (240ml) ice water 1 cup (240ml) ice water
Nutrition
- Calories (kcal / KJ): 160 kcal / 670 KJ
- Fat (total, saturated): 11g, 7g
- Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 14g, 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Salt: 0.2g
Preparation
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1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
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2.Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
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3.Gradually add the ice water, a few tablespoons at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
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4.Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently until it forms a smooth ball.
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5.Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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6.Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll it out into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
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7.Fold the dough into thirds, like a letter, and then rotate it 90 degrees.
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8.Repeat the rolling and folding process two more times, chilling the dough for 30 minutes between each fold.
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9.After the final fold, wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before using.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Butter — Ensure that the butter is cold and cut into small cubes to achieve the desired flakiness in the pastry.
Tips & Tricks
- Keep all the ingredients and equipment as cold as possible to achieve the best results.
- Don't overwork the dough while kneading or rolling to prevent the butter from melting.
- If the dough becomes too soft while rolling, refrigerate it for a few minutes to firm it up.
- Use a sharp knife or pastry cutter to make clean cuts when shaping the pastry.
Serving advice
Serve the homemade flaky puff pastry as a base for various sweet and savory dishes. It can be used to make croissants, pain au chocolat, cheese straws, vol-au-vents, and more.
Presentation advice
When serving the puff pastry, ensure it is golden brown and flaky. Arrange the pastries neatly on a platter or serve them individually on small plates. Dust them with powdered sugar for sweet pastries or garnish savory ones with fresh herbs.
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