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Croissant

A Croissant is a buttery, flaky pastry known for its delicate layers. It’s a popular breakfast item or snack in French cuisine.

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit for 5 minutes.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Add yeast mixture and warm water, and knead until dough forms.

Step 4

Shape dough into a rectangle, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 1 hour.

Step 5

Roll out dough into a large rectangle. Fold dough into thirds, then roll out again. Repeat folding and rolling 3-4 times.

Step 6

Cut dough into triangles and roll up from the wide end. Shape into crescents and place on a baking sheet.

Step 7

Brush with beaten egg and let rise for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

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imagePreparation time1.5 hours
imageCooking time20 minutes
imageTotal time5 hours 20 minutes
Dinner

Difficulty level

Hard

Dishes

12

Allergens

Gluten, Dairy

Cuisine

French Cuisine

Diet type

Vegetarian

Nutrition facts

Flaky and buttery, high in calories and fat.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup warm milk
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into pieces
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 large egg (for egg wash)
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