Description
Freshly baked croissants are a delightful indulgence that brings the taste of a Parisian bakery right to your home. With this easy Croissant Recipe, you can create flaky, buttery pastries that are perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat. The recipe incorporates simple ingredients and straightforward techniques, ensuring that anyone can enjoy the satisfaction of homemade croissants. Whether served plain or filled with sweet chocolate or savory fillings, these croissants are sure to impress family and friends alike. Follow my expert tips to achieve that perfect golden crust and soft interior—your baking skills will shine!
Ingredients
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- 18 oz all-purpose flour
- 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 unsalted butter (softened)
- 1¼ cups cold unsalted butter (for layering)
- For egg wash: 1 large egg, 1 egg yolk, pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast; gradually mix in cold water and milk until a dough forms.
- Knead on low speed for about 5 minutes until smooth; shape into a ball and let rise in a greased bowl until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Meanwhile, prepare the butter layer by placing it between parchment paper and rolling it into a rectangle; refrigerate.
- Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle, place the chilled butter layer in the center, fold over the dough, and roll out again. Repeat folding process three times.
- Cut triangles from the final rolled dough; roll them up tightly to form croissants.
- Let shaped croissants rise until doubled (about 1 hour), brush with egg wash, then bake at 400°F for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 277
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 152mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 76mg