Mock Puff Pastry Dough Made So Easy

Discover the irresistibly simple approach to flaky pastry perfection with our "Mock Puff Pastry Dough Made So Easy" recipe! Designed for both beginners and seasoned bakers, this shortcut puff pastry delivers all the buttery layers and tender texture without the hassle of traditional methods. Using cold, cubed butter and a unique splash of lemon juice or vinegar, this dough comes together in just 15 minutes, relying on easy rolling and folding techniques to create its signature light, flaky layers. Perfect for savory tarts or sweet pastries, it can be prepped ahead and refrigerated for up to two days, offering flexibility for busy schedules. With minimal ingredients and effort, this effortless puff pastry alternative transforms everyday baking into gourmet creations.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Cold water
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice or white vinegar

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.

Step 2

Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized chunks of butter remaining.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the cold water with the lemon juice or vinegar. Gradually drizzle this mixture into the flour and butter, mixing with a fork or your hands just until the dough begins to come together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently bring it together into a rough rectangle shape. Do not knead the dough excessively; it should be slightly shaggy.

Step 5

Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough into a rectangle approximately 8x12 inches. Fold the dough into thirds like a letter, bringing the top third down and the bottom third up over it.

Step 6

Rotate the dough 90 degrees and repeat the rolling and folding process 2-3 more times, being careful to work quickly to keep the butter cold.

Step 7

Wrap the folded dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days before using as desired.

Step 8

When ready to use, roll out the dough on a floured surface according to your recipe’s specified dimensions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(603.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2574.7

Total Fat 194.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 516.7mg	0%
Sodium 1221.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 0.8g
Protein 26.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 87.9mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 312.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.5%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 28.4%