Croissants
Indulge in the art of making homemade croissants, a French classic that brings a touch of elegance to any breakfast or snack. These flaky pastries are crispy on the outside and delightfully soft within, appealing to both sweet and savory palates. Imagine the enticing aroma wafting through your kitchen as you create these gourmet treats from scratch. Whether enjoyed with fruit preserves or filled with creamy cheese, each bite promises satisfaction. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or simply treating yourself to a delicious homemade delight.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 500g all-purpose flour
- 50g sugar
- 10g salt
- 10g dry yeast
- 250ml warm water
- 250g unsalted butter, chilled
- 1 egg (for brushing)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and dry yeast. Gradually add warm water until a smooth dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until elastic. Cover and let rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- While rising, place chilled butter between parchment paper and roll into a rectangle (20x15cm). Chill again for 10-15 minutes.
- Roll out the dough into a larger rectangle (40x30cm) and encase the butter inside. Fold and roll multiple times to create layers.
- Cut into triangles, roll them up, and let rise again before baking.
- Preheat oven to 200°C. Brush with beaten egg and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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