puff pastry

noun

1. a light, flaky, rich pastry made by rolling dough with butter and folding it to form layers: used for tarts, napoleons, etc.

puff pastry

noun

1. a dough rolled in thin layers incorporating fat to make a rich flaky pastry for pies, rich pastries, etc

Example Sentences

“And when baked with a bit of puff pastry and fresh fig, makes a truly unforgettable hors d’oeuvre.”

From Salon

Pick up some puff pastry or Pillsbury Crescent dough from the store, cut it into small triangles, wrap each piece around a pre-cooked mini hot dog, and bake until golden brown.

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Defrost a sheet of puff pastry, layer with crumbled cooked bacon and shredded cheese, add seasoning, roll both ends toward the middle so it makes the classic “butterfly” palmier shape, slice and cook in the oven until golden brown.

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As explained by Meghan, the baked welcome snack is a versatile option because “it ticks the box of sweet and savory for people, and it’s so easy to make if you have puff pastry in your freezer, which you should always have.”

From Salon

She doesn’t make any distinction between store-bought and homemade puff pastry, but if you’re looking to go the extra mile, be sure to check the one ingredient you absolutely need to bake the flakiest pastry crust of all time.

From Salon