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Puff Recipe

This puff pastry recipe is not just delicious but also incredibly versatile, great for both sweet and savory fillings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter chilled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  2. Add the cubed butter to the flour mixture and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add the cold water and mix until the dough just comes together.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle.
  6. Fold the dough into thirds like a letter.
  7. Roll out and fold the dough two more times, chilling for 15 minutes between each fold.
  8. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  9. Roll out the dough one last time, cut into desired shapes, and brush with the beaten egg.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.

Notes

Puff pastries are wonderfully versatile and can be enjoyed in various ways.