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Ingredients
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Puff Pastry
Sweet Pastry Filling
Savory Pastry Filling
Method
Preparing Puff Pastry
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or fingers, blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Add Ice Water
Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Roll and Fold
On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle. Fold the dough into thirds like a letter, roll out again, and repeat this process 3 more times to create layers. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes.
Preparing Sweet Pastry Filling
- 4
Mix the Filling
In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in the fresh berries gently.
Preparing Savory Pastry Filling
- 5
Mix the Filling
In a bowl, combine cooked spinach, crumbled feta cheese, beaten eggs, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
Assembling and Baking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 7
Cut and Fill Pastry
Roll out the puff pastry to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into squares or circles. Place a tablespoon of sweet filling or savory filling into the center of each piece.
- 8
Seal the Pastries
Fold the pastry over the filling to create a pocket. Seal the edges by pressing with a fork or pinching with your fingers.
- 9
Bake
Place the filled pastries on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up.
- 10
Cool and Serve
Allow the pastries to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your pastry display!