Homemade Croissants Step-by-Step

Croissants are believed to have originated in Austria, not France. They were introduced to France by Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France, in the 18th century.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 320 minutes. Recipe for experienced cooks (high difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Homemade Croissants Step-by-Step

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Bakery, Breakfast Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Advanced Prep Time 180 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 5 hrs 20 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2772

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
2. Cut the butter into small cubes and add it to the bowl. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Warm the milk in a small saucepan until it reaches about 110°F (43°C). Pour the warm milk into the bowl and mix until a dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
5. Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6. Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a triangle shape.
7. Starting from the wide end, roll each triangle towards the tip to form a croissant shape.
8. Place the croissants onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 1 hour.
9. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Beat the egg and brush it over the croissants.
10. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let the croissants cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 231kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14g22%

Total Carbohydrate 21g8%

Sugars 2g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.