pastry Posts

Bigotes de Azúcar (Sugared Mustaches)

Flaky, sugar-crusted, and easy to make — this Mexican pastry has it all

Bigotes are a bold, buttery breakfast treat.

Feb 12, 2024
Mallorcas

Puerto Rican mallorcas are the sweet, fluffy buns you need to bake right now

These classic lard-based pastries have a history nearly as rich as their flavor.

Feb 16, 2023
Craquelin Cream Puffs

The universal appeal (and infinite possibilities) of the cookie cap

Taking texture to the top.

Apr 21, 2022
A kouign amann on a plate with a few slices removed

This kouign-amann is faster, messier — and the way it was meant to be

Laminated pastries are notoriously challenging to pull off at home, but not this decadent Breton treat.

Jan 27, 2022
A stack of pain au chocolat with one cut into showing the structure

When less is more: Why fewer folds make a better croissant

A pastry technique that actually saves you time.

Oct 19, 2021
Rye puff pastry being rolled out

Baking with Rye Puff Pastry

3 ways to put this standout recipe to use

Mar 22, 2021
Folded puff pastry dough on the counter

Why does butter temperature matter in pastry?

The key to pastry prowess

Aug 31, 2020
Chef John Kraus in front of shelves of baked goods

Patisserie 46

John Kraus is in the business of crafting happiness through baking

Oct 14, 2019
How to make croissants via @kingarthurflour

Tips for laminated dough

The perfect pastry, perfected

Nov 26, 2018
Paris Brest via @kingarthurflour

Pâte à choux perfected

The path to endless pastry possibilities

Jun 12, 2018
Almond Puff Loaf Bakealong via @kingarthurflour

Almond Puff Loaf Bakealong

Challenge #20

Apr 2, 2018
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Laminated dough

A guest post from bakery owner Andy King

Jul 29, 2014
Classic Puff Pastry (Pate Feuilletée)

How we make puff pastry at the King Arthur bakery

Layer it like the pros

Aug 2, 2013
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How to make pie fries

Give fast food a run for its money

Aug 26, 2012
Cream puffs filled with pastry cream and eclairs topped with chocolate

Cream Puffs and Éclairs

Puff & stuff

Apr 30, 2012
Mushroom-Cheddar Quiche

Mushroom-Cheddar Quiche

Not all pies are sweet

Apr 3, 2012
Samosas with Quick Flaky Pastry

Samosas, made with quick flaky pastry

Two-bite wonders

Aug 24, 2011
Baker's Croissants

Making Baker's Croissants

Capturing butter heaven

Feb 21, 2011
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The best way to use fresh tomatoes

If you've got ’em, flaunt ’em. In tarts

Jul 15, 2009
Raspberry Puff Turnovers

Puff pastry, without all the fuss: Raspberry Puff Turnovers

Blitz puff to the rescue

Jul 2, 2009