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Homemade Croissants

Homemade Croissants
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Indulge in the art of baking with these delightful homemade croissants, characterized by their flaky layers and buttery goodness. This easy-to-follow recipe elevates breakfast or any occasion, allowing you to create café-quality pastries right in your kitchen. Enjoy them plain or get creative with fillings like chocolate or savory spreads. The process of rolling, folding, and baking is not only rewarding but also an enjoyable culinary adventure that will impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup milk (warmed to about 110°F)
  • 1 packet instant yeast (2 teaspoons)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (chilled and sliced)
  • 1 whole egg (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast by combining warmed milk, instant yeast, and sugar. Let sit until frothy (5-10 minutes).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Make a well in the center; add yeast mixture and room temperature butter. Mix until a rough dough forms.
  3. Knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled.
  4. Prepare the chilled butter layer between parchment paper; pound into a rectangle and refrigerate.
  5. Roll out dough into a rectangle. Place chilled butter in the center, fold over, seal edges, roll out again, fold into thirds, refrigerate for 30 minutes. Repeat twice more.
  6. Roll dough to about 1/4 inch thick; cut into triangles. Roll each triangle tightly from the base to tip.
  7. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, tips tucked underneath. Let proof for about an hour.
  8. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Whisk egg and milk for egg wash; brush over croissants.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

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