Easy Croissant Bread
A simple, cozy recipe for flaky croissant bread that fills your kitchen with warmth and the aroma of freshly baked goods.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Use high-quality flour for best results.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold) Keep butter cold to create flaky layers.
- 1/4 cup sugar Adds sweetness and helps in crust formation.
- 1 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor.
- 1 packet active dry yeast The key ingredient for leavening.
- 3/4 cup milk (warm) Warm, not hot, for activating yeast.
- 1 egg for egg wash Gives croissants a golden sheen.
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine warm milk and active dry yeast in a medium bowl. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour the yeast mixture into the flour mixture and stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
Rolling and Shaping
- After rising, roll the dough into a rectangle and fold it into thirds.
- Roll it out again and repeat the folding 2-3 times.
- Cut the rolled dough into triangles and roll them into crescent shapes.
Final Steps and Baking
- Place the shaped croissants on baking sheets lined with parchment paper and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush the croissants with egg wash.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container. For best results, reheat in an oven to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 120mgSugar: 1g
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