Homemade Puff Pastry Dough and Pie Crust Dough
This versatile dough is perfect for both sweet and savory dishes, creating flaky pastries and pies that impress.
Servings: 2 crusts
Calories: 390kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Rolling Pin
- Plastic Wrap
Ingredients
Puff Pastry Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups salted butter, cubed and chilled
- 2/3 cup ice-cold water
Pie Crust Dough
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup salted butter, frozen and grated
- 6 tablespoons cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour and ice-cold water until combined. Add chilled cubed butter and mix until a dough forms.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface and roll into a rectangle. Fold into thirds like a letter, roll out again, and repeat once more. Flatten and chill until ready to use.
- Combine grated frozen butter with flour, sugar, and cold water in a large bowl. Stir gently until dough forms. Shape into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate before using.
Notes
You can make these doughs ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. To thaw frozen dough, place it in the fridge overnight before rolling out.
Nutrition
Calories: 390kcal | Fat: 26g