
Troubleshooting Guide - Frozen Puff Pastry Dough
Not seeing desired results for frozen puff pastry dough? Get help below!

Not seeing desired results for frozen puff pastry dough? Get help below!
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| Dough is too soft, causing the layers to stick together | Dough should be cool and firm when it is rolled out. |
| Egg wash has gotten on the edges of the dough | When using egg wash, only wash the tops of the puff pastry. If egg wash gets on the edges, the dough can stick together preventing the proper rise. |
| Product is old and out of date | Dispose of out of date products. |
| Hot filling has been placed on the dough | Cool fillings prior to placing on puff pastry dough. Hot fillings can cause the fat in the dough to melt thereby sealing the layers of the dough together. |
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| Puff pastry is under baked | Follow package directions for proper oven settings and proper baking times. Check oven for accuracy using an oven thermometer. |
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Dough is rolled too thin | Carefully roll dough. |
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| Dough has dried out while working with it. | Keep dough covered at all times. Dough should not be left uncovered for longer than 15 minutes. |