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Authentic Croissants

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Learn how to make flaky and buttery authentic French croissants right in your kitchen with simple ingredients and techniques.

  • Total Time: 80 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk (warm)
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (cold)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast together.
  2. Stir in warm milk until the dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough until smooth and let it rest for at least 1 hour.
  4. Flatten cold butter with a rolling pin until it’s thin and wide.
  5. Roll out the dough and place the butter inside, folding the dough over to encase the butter.
  6. Roll out again and fold, then rest in the fridge overnight.
  7. The next day, roll out the dough, cut into triangles, and shape into croissants.
  8. Let the shaped croissants rise in a warm area for about 1 hour.
  9. Brush with an egg wash and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) until golden, about 15-20 minutes.

Notes

Make sure to use the best quality unsalted butter for the best flavor. Be patient with the dough as it needs time to chill and rise.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 60 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Pastry
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 croissant
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg