There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked croissants filling your kitchen. These homemade croissants are flaky, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. While they may seem intimidating to make, this easy step-by-step recipe will guide you through creating perfect bakery-style croissants at home.
💛 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Simple Ingredients – Made with pantry staples 🥖
✔ Flaky & Buttery – Perfect layers in every bite 🧈
✔ Better Than Store-Bought – Fresh, homemade goodness 🍽
✔ Great for Any Occasion – Breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat!
📝 Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 600g all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 100g sugar
- 1 packet dry yeast (about 7g)
- 200g cold butter, cubed
- 240ml warm water (about 110°F or 45°C)
For the Egg Wash:
- 1 egg, beaten
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
1️⃣ In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar.
2️⃣ In a small bowl, dissolve dry yeast in warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
3️⃣ Pour the yeast mixture into the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms.
4️⃣ Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. If it’s too sticky, add a little flour.
5️⃣ Shape the dough into a ball, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rest in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
2. Roll Out the Dough & Add Butter
1️⃣ Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air.
2️⃣ On a floured surface, roll the dough into a large rectangle (about ¼ inch thick).
3️⃣ Place the cold butter cubes in the center and fold the edges of the dough over the butter.
4️⃣ Gently roll the dough out again into a large rectangle.
5️⃣ Fold the dough into thirds (like a letter).
6️⃣ Roll it out again and repeat the folding process 2-3 times to create layers.
7️⃣ Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
3. Shape the Croissants
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ Roll out the chilled dough into a large rectangle (¼ inch thick).
3️⃣ Cut the dough into triangles (6-8 pieces per sheet).
4️⃣ Roll each triangle tightly from the wide edge to form a croissant.
5️⃣ Bend the ends slightly to create a crescent shape.
4. Proof & Bake
1️⃣ Place croissants on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
2️⃣ Let them rise for another 30 minutes until slightly puffed.
3️⃣ Brush with beaten egg for a golden, glossy finish.
4️⃣ Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
5️⃣ Let them cool slightly, then enjoy!
🏆 Pro Tips for Perfect Croissants
✔ Use cold butter – This helps create distinct flaky layers.
✔ Be gentle with rolling – Avoid pressing too hard so layers stay intact.
✔ Chill between folds – This keeps the dough firm and easy to work with.
✔ Keep an eye on baking – If croissants brown too fast, cover with foil.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
Enjoy your croissants:
✅ With butter & jam for a classic treat 🍓
✅ With chocolate for a sweet twist 🍫
✅ As a sandwich with ham & cheese 🧀
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