Freshly Baked French Croissants from Paris Recipe
Indulge in the art of French baking with this Freshly Baked French Croissants from Paris Recipe. These buttery, flaky croissants are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any special occasion. Each bite reveals layers of deliciousness, reminiscent of a charming Parisian café. This approachable recipe will not only impress your family and friends but also give you a sense of accomplishment as you master this classic pastry.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 48 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 18 oz all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup + 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 2½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 Tbsp + ½ tsp instant yeast
- ½ cup + 2 Tbsp cold water
- ½ cup + 2 Tbsp cold milk
- 3 Tbsp softened unsalted butter
- 1¼ cups cold unsalted butter (for layering)
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a stand mixer bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add cold water, milk, and softened butter; mix until smooth. Let rise covered until doubled (about 1½ to 2 hours).
- Prepare the butter layer by flattening cold butter into a square and chilling until firm.
- Encase the chilled butter in the dough and roll out into an elongated rectangle. Fold and refrigerate multiple times to create layers.
- Shape and cut the dough into triangles; roll them to form croissants.
- Allow croissants to proof at room temperature until puffed (1 to 2 hours), then bake in preheated oven at 425°F for about 18 minutes until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg