Has My Puff Pastry Gone off?

How Can You Tell If Puff Pastry Has Gone Bad? A puff pastry that has gone bad will have undesirable changes in smell and appearance. The pastry can loose its original presentation and overall texture. Look for any spots on the pastry surface, mold generally begins on the outside first.

What happens if you eat spoiled puff pastry?

Is frozen puff pastry safe to eat after the expiration date on the package? ... If dry spots or discoloration have developed on the frozen puff pastry, freezer burn has begun to set in - this will not make the puff pastry unsafe to eat, but it will harm the texture and taste.

Does puff pastry go bad in the fridge?

Unbaked puff pastry dough may be wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and stored in the refrigerator for 2 or 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month. Baked filled pastries are best enjoyed the day they are made and don't refrigerate well. Baked unfilled pastry may be frozen in airtight containers for up to 6 weeks.