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Croissant Recipe

Croissant Recipe

Indulge in the art of homemade pastries with this delightful Croissant Recipe. These buttery, flaky treats are easier to make than you might think, and they bring the essence of a Parisian bakery right into your kitchen. With a perfect golden crust and soft interior, these croissants are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as an impressive addition to any gathering. You can enjoy them plain or experiment with various fillings such as chocolate or almond paste. Follow our simple instructions to create these irresistible delights that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 18 oz all-purpose flour (just over 4 cups)
  • ¼ cup + 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2½ tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 Tbsp + 1/2 tsp instant yeast
  • ½ cup + 2 Tbsp cold water
  • ½ cup + 2 Tbsp cold whole milk
  • 3 Tbsp softened unsalted butter (European-style)
  • 1¼ cups cold unsalted butter (European-style)
  • For Egg Wash: 1 large egg, 1 egg yolk, pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a stand mixer bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
  2. Gradually add cold water and milk while mixing on low until combined.
  3. Knead the mixture on medium speed for about 8 minutes until smooth.
  4. Shape the dough into a ball, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Prepare the butter layer by pounding cold butter between parchment sheets into a rectangle.
  6. Roll out chilled dough into a rectangle twice the size of the butter layer and encase it completely.
  7. Roll out the dough into a long rectangle about ¼ inch thick; fold it in thirds like a letter to laminate.
  8. Repeat rolling and folding two more times for a total of three turns.
  9. Cut triangles from the laminated dough and roll them tightly to form crescent shapes.
  10. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place croissants on lined baking sheets, brush with egg wash, and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Desserts & Sweets
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 croissant (70g)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider using high-quality European-style butter for lamination. Experiment with fillings like almond paste or chocolate spread before rolling up your croissants for variety.

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