Flaky Butter‑Oil Layered Pastries

Ingredients

• 500 g All‑purpose flour (sifted)
• 2 Tbsp Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Salt
• 200 ml Warm water (about 40‑45 °C)
• 100 g Unsalted butter (melted, then cooled slightly)
• 50 ml Vegetable oil (e.g., canola or sunflower)
• 50 g Extra butter for layering (softened, cut into small pieces)
• 30 ml Extra oil for layering

Instructions

1. Combine dry ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, granulated sugar, and salt until evenly distributed.

   Time: PT5M

2. Add wet ingredients and form dough

   Create a well in the center of the dry mixture. Pour in the warm water, melted butter, and oil. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.

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3. Knead the dough

   Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8‑10 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth, elastic, and no longer sticks to your hands.

   Time: PT10M

4. Rest the dough

   Shape the dough into a ball, lightly coat it with a thin layer of oil, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rest for 15 minutes at room temperature.

   Time: PT15M

5. Divide and flatten sections

   Divide the rested dough into 8 equal portions (about 100 g each). Flatten each piece with your hands into a rough rectangle, about 1 cm thick.

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6. Layer butter and oil

   Brush each flattened piece with a thin layer of softened butter, then drizzle a small amount of oil over the surface. Fold the dough over itself in a simple “book” fold to trap the fat between layers.

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7. Final shaping and resting

   Gently roll each folded piece into a smooth oval or round shape, about 1 cm thick. Place them on a parchment‑lined baking sheet, leaving a little space between each pastry. Cover loosely with foil and let rest for another 5 minutes.

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8. Bake

   Pre‑heat the oven to 190 °C (375 °F). Bake the pastries for 20‑25 minutes, or until they turn golden‑brown and emit a fragrant buttery aroma.

   Time: PT25M

   Temperature: 190°C

9. Cool and serve

   Remove the pastries from the oven, transfer to a wire rack, and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm for the best flakiness.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

4 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

1 g