Ingredients
1¼ cups very cold salted butter
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup very cold water
¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
1-In a food processor with a metal blade, combine 2 cups of flour and ¼ teaspoon salt. Add ¾ cup of the cold butter cubes and pulse about 10 to 12 times until the butter is absorbed.
2-Add the remaining butter cubes and pulse 2 to 3 times to combine.
3-Pour in ½ cup of very cold water and pulse 4 to 5 times until the dough forms a ball, being careful not to over-process.
4-Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface, knead lightly about 10 times, then roll out into a 12 by 18-inch rectangle.
5-Fold the dough like an envelope, then fold in half again. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
6-Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) before baking.
7-Once chilled, roll it out for your favorite fillings, like ham and cheese roll-ups. For added shine, brush on an egg wash made from one beaten egg and a tablespoon of water. This step ensures your easy and delicious puff pastry baking turns out just right, with tips like keeping everything cold to maintain flakiness.
Last Step:
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❄️ Keep all ingredients very cold and avoid over-processing for flaky texture.
🕒 Chill dough well before baking to achieve optimal puffiness.
🥚 Use egg wash (beaten egg with water) to seal edges and give pastries a shiny finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chilling time: 1 to 2 hours
- Cook Time: 15 to 20 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Food Processor and Folding
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Calories: 2944 kcal (entire batch)
