Best 3 Quick Puff Pastry Recipes

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In the realm of culinary artistry, quick puff pastry stands as a testament to the magic that can be conjured with a few simple ingredients and a touch of patience. This versatile dough, characterized by its flaky layers and airy texture, has captivated bakers and pastry chefs for centuries, gracing dinner tables and dessert platters with creations both savory and sweet. Whether you're a seasoned baker seeking to expand your repertoire or a novice yearning to explore the wonders of laminated dough, this guide will lead you on a journey through the art of crafting quick puff pastry, empowering you to create delectable dishes that will impress and delight your taste buds.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK PUFF PASTRY APPLE STRUDEL



Quick Puff Pastry Apple Strudel image

This is an easy apple strudel version with puff pastry that is ready in less than an hour. It tastes especially delicious fresh out of the oven with some vanilla ice cream.

Provided by Natalie Titanov

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 apples - peeled, cored, and chopped
½ cup raisins
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ (17.5 ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon white sugar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine apples, 3/4 cup sugar, raisins, walnuts, and cinnamon in a large bowl for the filling.
  • Dust a flat work surface lightly with flour. Unroll puff pastry and sprinkle lightly with flour. Roll out slightly and mark into 3 equal sections. Spoon filling into the central section then fold over the section on the left and brush with egg. Fold the right section on top, just like a letter. Make shallow diagonal cuts in the top layer of the apple strudel. Brush with egg and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until apple studel is puffed up and golden, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.8 calories, Carbohydrate 54.1 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 87.1 mg, Sugar 34 g

QUICK AND EASY PERFECT PUFF PASTRY SQUARES WITH DULCE DE LECHE



Quick and Easy Perfect Puff Pastry Squares with Dulce de Leche image

Looking for a quick and easy dessert that will wow your guests? Try this simple 3-ingredient puff pastry dessert filled with dulce de leche. An absolute treat!

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (17.5 ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 cup dulce de leche
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Roll puff pastry over a floured surface; cut into 1.5-inch squares. Place on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden and crispy, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Transfer baked squares to a wire rack and let cool completely, about 5 minutes. Slice each square in half.
  • Spread 2 tablespoons dulce de leche on half of the puff pastry squares; top with the other half of puff pastry square. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 93 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

QUICK PUFF PASTRY



Quick Puff Pastry image

Categories     Food Processor     Dairy     Freeze/Chill     Christmas     Phyllo/Puff Pastry Dough

Yield Makes 2 1/2 pounds

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
6 1/2 sticks (3 1/4 cups) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, chilled
1 cup cold water

Steps:

  • 1. Sift together the flour and salt in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment.
  • 2. Add chilled, diced butter and pulse three to five times, until the butter pieces are about the size of lima beans. Add water to the mixture and pulse again about three times. Invert the crumbly mass onto a lightly floured work surface.
  • 3. Using a rolling pin and bench scraper, shape the mass into a long rectangle. Use the bench scraper and carefully flip one third of the rectangle toward the center. Then, flip the other end to the center, like folding a business letter. Rotate the dough 90 degrees.
  • 4. Reshape and roll the dough into a rectangle. Repeat the folding and rotating process three more times for a total of four turns. If the dough becomes soft or sticky during this process, immediately refrigerate until firm.
  • 5. After four turns, wrap the dough in plastic wrap. With your finger, make four indentations in the dough - one for each time the dough has been turned. This is a reference point for how many times the dough has been turned. Refrigerate the dough at least 45 minutes or until firm.
  • 6. After the dough has been refrigerated for 45 minutes, unwrap it and discard the plastic. Keep your work surface and rolling pin well floured. Press down on each of the four sides of dough to seal its shape.
  • 7. Start with the rolling pin at the center. Roll away from you. Return to the center and roll toward you. Repeat the folding and rotating process of the dough two more times for a total a total of six times.
  • 8. After the sixth turn, wrap the finished dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate to make sure it is well-chilled before baking. Quick Puff Pastry keeps refrigerated up to three days or frozen for several months.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use cold butter. This will help the pastry stay flaky.
  • Don't overwork the dough. Overworking will make the pastry tough.
  • Be sure to chill the dough between folds. This will help the pastry develop its layers.
  • If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a wine bottle or even a can of soup.
  • When baking the pastry, be sure to preheat the oven. This will help the pastry rise evenly.

Conclusion:

Puff pastry is a delicious and versatile pastry that can be used to make a variety of sweet and savory dishes. It's perfect for pies, tarts, croissants, and more. With a little practice, you can easily make your own puff pastry at home. So why not give it a try? You might be surprised at how easy it is.

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