Description
Delight in the art of making Homemade Flaky Croissants, the perfect golden pastries that elevate your breakfast table with their buttery, flaky texture and enchanting aroma, making them an irresistible choice for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g all-purpose flour
- 10g salt
- 75g sugar
- 10g instant yeast
- 300ml cold water
- 250g cold unsalted butter
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Combine flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast in a large bowl, then gradually mix in cold water to form a rough dough.
- Slice cold butter and incorporate it into the dough, ensuring it remains cool for a flaky texture.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out the chilled dough into a rectangle, fold over for lamination, resting between folds. Cut into triangles and shape them into croissants.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F), brush croissants with beaten egg, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Store croissants in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- For longer freshness, wrap individually and freeze, reheating in the oven before serving.
- Serve with fruit preserves, butter, or cheese for an elevated breakfast experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 300 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg