Butter Folds

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Cold unsalted butter (Cut into small cubes)
• 0.5 cup Ice water (Approximately)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 1 Egg (For egg wash)
• 2 tbsp Granulated sugar (For sprinkling)

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
2. 2Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry blender or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Some larger pieces of butter are okay.
3. 3Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently after each addition. Add just enough water until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
4. 4Gently form the dough into a rectangle, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
5. 5On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a larger rectangle (about 12x18 inches). Fold the dough into thirds, like a letter. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for another 30 minutes. Repeat this rolling and folding process 2 more times, chilling for 30 minutes between each fold. This creates the layers.
6. 6After the final chill, roll the dough out to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes (squares, triangles, etc.). Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. 7Let the butter folds cool on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy!