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Homemade Butter Croissants

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Delight in the process of making these flaky and buttery croissants, perfect for any moment of indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 500g all-purpose flour
  • 10g salt
  • 50g sugar
  • 10g instant yeast
  • 300ml milk
  • 250g unsalted butter (cold)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Combine the dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast until well mixed.
  2. Add the milk: Gradually add milk to the dry ingredients and mix until a cohesive dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough: Knead the dough for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  4. Let the dough rise: Shape the kneaded dough into a ball, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour until it doubles in size.
  5. Roll out the dough: Once risen, roll out the dough into a rectangular shape to prepare for laminating.
  6. Prepare the butter: Place cold butter between two pieces of parchment paper and pound it with a rolling pin into a thin rectangle.
  7. Encase the butter: Place the rectangular butter piece on one half of the dough. Fold the other half over the butter and seal the edges to encase it.
  8. Create layers: Roll out the dough again into a rectangle and perform a series of folds (turns) to create layers, similar to folding a letter.
  9. Shape the croissants: Cut the dough into triangles, roll them from the base to the tip, and shape them into croissants.
  10. Second rise: Place the shaped croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them rise for about 1 hour, until puffy.
  11. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) as the croissants are rising.
  12. Egg wash for shine: Brush the risen croissants with a beaten egg to give them a beautiful golden shine as they bake.
  13. Bake to perfection: Bake the croissants in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and fragrant.

Notes

These croissants can be enjoyed fresh or stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Freeze for longer storage and reheat in the oven.

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