Description
Experience the joy of crafting flaky, buttery croissants right from your kitchen with this comprehensive Croissant Delight recipe. Perfect for breakfast or as a sumptuous snack, these homemade croissants will transport your taste buds to the quaint cafes of Paris. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or new to the art, this recipe will guide you through making perfect croissants every time.
Ingredients
- 18 oz all-purpose flour, or just over 4 cups
- ¼ cup + 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 2½ tsp fine sea salt or table 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, use European-style butter
- 1¼ cups cold, unsalted butter, use European-style butter only
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- Pinch of salt
Step-by-step Directions
1. Make the Dough
In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast, and whisk them together. Add the water, milk, and softened butter. Using the dough hook attachment, mix at speed 2 for 3-4 minutes, until a smooth ball forms. Let it rise in a warm place until nearly doubled, about 1½ to 2 hours. Then, refrigerate the dough after shaping it into a square on a plastic-wrapped board.
2. Pound the Butter
Cut the butter into ½-inch slabs to form a square, sandwich between parchment paper, and pound to even thickness. Chill thoroughly.
3. Encase the Butter
Place the butter diamond-style over the dough, fold it to encase the butter completely, and seal the edges.
4. First Turn
Roll the dough into a long rectangle, fold it into thirds, and chill again. This process is repeated for a total of three turns.
5. Roll the Dough for Croissants
Roll out to a long narrow strip and cut into triangles. Roll each triangle starting from the base to form croissants.
Servings & Preparation Time
Makes approximately 15 croissants.
Preparation time: Around 4 hours, including rising and chilling.
Cooking time: 15 to 20 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
Tips for Storage & Reheating
- Storage: Store baked croissants in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to a month.
- Reheating: Revive croissants by warming them in a preheated oven at 300°F for 5 minutes. If frozen, no need to thaw; just extend reheating time by a few minutes.
Conclusion
This Croissant Delight recipe brings the essence of French patisserie into your home, offering a rewarding baking experience with delicious results. Perfect for special mornings or as a treat, homemade croissants are unmatched in their charm and flavor. Enjoy the process and the delicious outcomes!
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- Total Time: 55 minute
- Yield: Makes approximately 15 croissants 1x
Description
Experience the joy of crafting flaky, buttery croissants right from your kitchen with this comprehensive Croissant Delight recipe. Perfect for breakfast or as a sumptuous snack, these homemade croissants will transport your taste buds to the quaint cafes of Paris. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or new to the art, this recipe will guide you through making perfect croissants every time.
Ingredients
- 18 oz all-purpose flour, or just over 4 cups
- ¼ cup + 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 2½ tsp fine sea salt or table 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, use European-style butter
- 1¼ cups cold, unsalted butter, use European-style butter only
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast, and whisk them together. Add the water, milk, and softened butter. Using the dough hook attachment, mix at speed 2 for 3-4 minutes, until a smooth ball forms. Let it rise in a warm place until nearly doubled, about 1½ to 2 hours. Then, refrigerate the dough after shaping it into a square on a plastic-wrapped board.
- Pound the Butter: Cut the butter into ½-inch slabs to form a square, sandwich between parchment paper, and pound to even thickness. Chill thoroughly.
- Encase the Butter: Place the butter diamond-style over the dough, fold it to encase the butter completely, and seal the edges.
- First Turn: Roll the dough into a long rectangle, fold it into thirds, and chill again. This process is repeated for a total of three turns.
- Roll the Dough for Croissants: Roll out to a long narrow strip and cut into triangles. Roll each triangle starting from the base to form croissants.
- Prep Time: Around 4 hours, including rising and chilling
- Cook Time: 15 to 20 minutes at 400°F (200°C)