Description
French croissants are the ultimate indulgence, combining buttery richness with a delicate, flaky texture that melts in your mouth. Picture yourself savoring a warm, golden croissant, its crispy exterior giving way to airy layers reminiscent of a charming Parisian café. This homemade recipe demystifies the process, allowing you to create these classic pastries right in your kitchen with just a few simple ingredients. From breakfast to brunch or an afternoon treat, these croissants are guaranteed to impress family and friends. Customize them with your favorite fillings—whether chocolate, almond paste, or savory options like ham and cheese—and enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through your home as they bake. Get ready for a culinary adventure that will fill your kitchen with warmth and deliciousness!
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Unsalted butter (chilled)
- Whole milk
- Sugar
- Active dry yeast
- Salt
Instructions
- Combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast in a bowl; mix in warm milk to form dough. Knead for five minutes until smooth.
- Wrap dough in plastic wrap; refrigerate for one hour.
- Shape cold butter into a flat rectangle; flatten between parchment paper.
- Roll out chilled dough; place butter block in center and fold dough over like an envelope.
- Roll out again gently, fold into thirds like a letter, then chill for another hour.
- Repeat rolling and folding two more times.
- Roll final dough into a large rectangle; cut triangles and shape into croissants by rolling from base to tip.
- Place on baking sheets; let rise until doubled in size (about one hour). Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg