Buttery Pastry Dough

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:59:17 GMT

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let sit until the yeast starts to bloom (about 10 min).

Step 2

In a food processor, stand mixer, or by hand, mix the flour, butter, and salt until there are butter pieces throughout, about the size of beans.

Step 3

To the now bloomed yeast, add the rest of the sugar, 2 eggs, and heavy cream. Stir vigorously by hand to combine. Gradually add in the flour mixture, working until the mixture just comes together. Divide in half, press the dough into two round discs, wrap with plastic, and chill for at least 6 hours. The chilled dough will keep for several days if well wrapped.

Step 4

Working with one chilled disc at a time, transfer to a lightly floured surface, dusting with additional flour as necessary. Using a rolling pin, beat and roll the dough into a long, flat rectangle. Fold in thirds to make three layers of dough. Roll flat, then rotate the dough and repeat the steps of folding and rolling. Rewrap and return to the fridge to chill until needed. The dough can also be frozen at this stage.

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