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Perfect Layered Pastry

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

A flaky, buttery layered pastry made from scratch using a simple laminated dough technique. This recipe walks you through mixing the dough, resting, butter lamination, folding, shaping, and baking to achieve golden, fragrant swirls that are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a family treat.

MediumMiddle EasternServes 8

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Source Video
1h 22m
Prep
20m
Cook
12m
Cleanup
1h 54m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$6.00
Total cost
$0.75
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Keep the dough and butter cold throughout lamination.
  • Seal the butter block inside the dough to prevent leakage.
  • Allow proper chilling between turns to maintain distinct layers.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle hot oven with oven mitts.
  • Use a sharp knife carefully to avoid cuts.
  • Butter can melt quickly; keep it chilled to avoid burns.

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