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Flaky Butter Pastry Squares

Recipe by مطبخ ساره وملك // Sarah and Malak’s Kitchen

A light, flaky, layered pastry made by laminating butter into a simple dough, then filled with your favorite sweet or savory filling, brushed with egg wash and topped with black sesame seeds. Perfect for tea time or as a snack.

MediumMiddle EasternServes 6

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Source Video
2h
Prep
20m
Cook
17m
Cleanup
2h 37m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$4.67
Total cost
$0.78
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Resting the dough for 30 minutes to develop gluten
  • Keeping butter cold while laminating
  • Chilling the laminated dough before final rolling
  • Sealing the pastries properly to prevent leakage

Safety Warnings

  • Handle hot oven and baking sheet with oven mitts
  • Use a sharp knife carefully when cutting dough
  • Do not leave butter unattended on the stove as it can burn

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