FRENCH BUTTERFLY COOKIES (PAPILLONS)
Known for their caramelized exterior and multitude of flaky layers within, these French treats call for just two ingredients: puff pastry and sugar.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Yield Makes about 28
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup sugar on work surface. Place dough on top and sprinkle with 1/2 cup sugar; press to adhere. Roll out dough into a 16-by-12-inch rectangle, about 1/8 inch thick.
- Position dough so that one long side is parallel to edge of work surface. Fold each of the long sides of dough towards the middle to meet one another without overlapping. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar. Then fold one of the short sides over to meet the opposite short side. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar. Finally, fold one long side in half to meet the opposite long side. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon sugar. Firmly press down on dough with your hands, wrap tightly in plastic, and refrigerate at least 1 hour or preferably overnight.
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Lightly spray a rimmed baking sheet with water. Place more sugar in a shallow bowl. Trim ends of chilled dough, then cut crosswise into 3/4-inch-thick slices. Dip cut sides of slices in sugar, then transfer to prepared sheet, spacing about 3 inches apart.
- Bake until sugar is golden and caramelized, 10 to 12 minutes. Using a wide spatula, carefully flip each cookie, then return to oven and continue to bake until deep golden brown, about 6 minutes more. Transfer cookies to a wire rack; let cool completely. Repeat with remaining slices. Cookies are best eaten the day they are made but can be stored in an airtight container, between sheets of parchment, at room temperature up to 1 day.
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Veronica Glover
[email protected]These cookies are okay, but I've had better.
Junior Jayden
[email protected]I had a little trouble getting the cookies to hold their shape, but I think that was my fault. Overall, I'm happy with the way they turned out.
Abdel Kader
[email protected]These cookies are a little sweet for my taste, but they're still very good.
Usuf Islam
[email protected]I love the way these cookies look. They're so elegant and they're perfect for a special occasion.
MR mounna Mokiulhoshin
[email protected]These cookies are a bit delicate, so be careful when you're handling them. They're worth the extra care, though.
Denny Ferguson
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these cookies without any problems. They're really easy to make and they taste great.
Rebotile Lebang
[email protected]These cookies are perfect for a gift. They're beautiful and they taste amazing.
Noujumul Hason
[email protected]I wasn't sure how these cookies would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're light and airy and they have a wonderful flavor.
Perekpo Jude
[email protected]These cookies are a little time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious and they look so impressive.
Md Sulman
[email protected]The instructions were easy to follow and the cookies turned out beautifully. I'm so glad I tried this recipe.
Yogesh Dahal
[email protected]I love the delicate flavor of these cookies. They're perfect for a special occasion.
Levante Ku
[email protected]These cookies were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and they tasted delicious. I will definitely be making them again.