Quick Fix Mini Puff Pastry (50g Flour, 50g Butter)

1.To make the détrempe: In a small bowl, combine the 50g flour and pinch of salt. Add the 5g cold butter cubes and rub them into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining. Gradually add the ice water, mixing with a fork or your hands, until a shaggy dough forms. You may not need all 25ml or might need a tiny bit more, depending on your flour. Do not overmix. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead for 1-2 minutes, just until it comes together. Form into a small square or rectangle, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes.

2.To prepare the beurrage: Place the remaining 45g cold butter between two small sheets of parchment paper. Using a rolling pin, pound and roll the butter into a small square or rectangle, roughly 8x8 cm (3x3 inch). Try to keep the butter at a consistent thickness. Refrigerate until ready to use.

3.First Turn (Single Fold): On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled détrempe into a rectangle, approximately twice the size of your butter block. Place the butter block centrally in the dough. Fold the sides of the dough over the butter to completely enclose it. Pinch the seams to seal.

4.Gently roll the dough into a thin rectangle, about 3 times longer than it is wide. Ensure the butter is evenly distributed. Fold the dough into thirds, like a business letter. This completes one 'single turn'. Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.

5.Second Turn (Single Fold): Repeat the rolling and folding process. Roll the dough into a thin rectangle, then fold into thirds. Wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.

6.Third Turn (Single Fold): Repeat the rolling and folding process. Roll the dough into a thin rectangle, then fold into thirds. Wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably longer, before using. This small batch puff pastry is now ready to be used immediately. It is best used fresh due to the small quantity.