Recipe series: An easy way to make Croissants

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 "Perfect Croissants Recipe: A Step-by-Step Guide for Delicious and Flaky Pastries"



Are you a fan of Croissants? These delicious French pastries are known for their flaky, buttery layers and delicate, crunchy texture. Whether you prefer them plain or filled with chocolate, almond cream, ham, and cheese, Croissants are a treat for the taste buds. If you're intimidated by the thought of making Croissants at home, don't be. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you'll be able to bake a batch of freshly made Croissants right in your own kitchen.


  • Ingredients:
  1. 500 g (17.64 oz) All-Purpose Flour
  2. 14 g (0.49 oz) Instant Yeast
  3. 75 g (2.65 oz) Sugar
  4. 10 g (0.35 oz) Salt
  5. 125 mL (4.22 oz) Whole Milk
  6. 125 mL (4.22 oz) Water
  7. 250 g (8.81 oz) Unsalted Butter, Room Temperature

  • Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the All-Purpose Flour, Instant Yeast, Sugar, and Salt.
  2. In a saucepan, heat the Whole Milk and Water until warm (about 37°C / 98°F).
  3. Pour the warm milk mixture into the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, until it's smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a clean, greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
  6. Roll out the dough into a large rectangle (30 cm x 40 cm / 11.81 in x 15.75 in).
  7. Spread the Room Temperature Butter over two-thirds of the dough, leaving a 1 cm (0.39 in) border along the edges.
  8. Fold the unbuttered third of the dough over the center third, then fold the remaining buttered third over that.
  9. Seal the edges of the dough by pressing them with a rolling pin.
  10. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  11. Repeat the rolling and folding process two more times.
  12. Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
  13. Cut the dough into triangular shapes to form Croissants using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
  14. Place the Croissants on a lined baking sheet and let them rise for about 20 minutes.
  15. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  16. Serve hot and enjoy your homemade Croissants!

Making Croissants at home is simple and easy with this step-by-step recipe. With just a few ingredients and a little patience, you'll be able to enjoy the flaky, buttery goodness of freshly baked Croissants any time. Don't be afraid to get creative and experiment with different fillings. The possibilities are endless!

We hope you enjoy making and eating these Croissants as much as we did. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to leave them below. Happy baking

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