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Homemade Puff Pastry

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Learn to make your own homemade puff pastry with this simple recipe that delivers flaky, buttery layers perfect for a variety of dishes.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed) Ensure it is cold for better texture
  • ½ cup cold water Use cold water to maintain dough temperature

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt together.
  2. Add the cold cubed butter and blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add cold water, mixing until the dough comes together.
  4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a rectangle.
  5. Roll out the dough into a larger rectangle, then fold it into thirds like a letter.
  6. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  7. Repeat the rolling and folding process two more times before using.
Serving
  1. Homemade puff pastry can be used for both sweet and savory dishes.
  2. Create tarts, pastries, or use it as a base for pot pies.
  3. Serve it fresh out of the oven for the best taste and texture.
  4. Pair it with a nice salad or side dish for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1g

Notes

Keep all your ingredients cold to achieve the flaky texture. If the dough gets too warm while rolling, take breaks and refrigerate. Use a sharp knife for clean edges.

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