Gluten Free Puff Pastry: 8 Irresistible Ways to Enjoy It
Make flaky, golden gluten-free puff pastry with just a few simple ingredients. This easy recipe uses a gluten-free flour blend, cold butter, and ice water to create a versatile dough that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. Perfect for tarts, turnovers, and more!
Equipment
- Rolling Pin preferably marble or wood
- Pastry board or silicone mat
- Ruler optional for precise folding
- Plastic wrap
- Parchment paper
- Patience the unsung hero of pastry making!
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups GF Flour Blend Use a high-quality, versatile blend
- 1 cup cubed & cold Unsalted Butter Ensure butter is cold for flakiness
- ½ - ¾ cup Ice Water Adjust the amount based on dough consistency
- ½ tsp Salt Regular fine salt for flavor
- 1 tsp Xanthan Gum Optional, adds elasticity to dough
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 ½ cups GF Flour Blend, ½ tsp salt, and 1 tsp xanthan gum (if using).
- Add 1 cup cubed & cold unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ½ - ¾ cup ice water, a tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough begins to come together. Add more water if necessary.
- Once the dough forms, turn it out onto a floured surface and knead briefly until smooth.
- Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- After chilling, roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Use the rolled-out dough for your favorite sweet or savory gluten-free puff pastry recipes.
