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How to Make Croissants

How to Make Croissants
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Making croissants at home can seem intimidating, but with the right guidance, you’ll find it a rewarding experience. These flaky pastries are perfect for breakfast or any special occasion and can elevate your baking skills to new heights. Imagine pulling freshly baked croissants from the oven, their golden crust enticing you with a buttery aroma. With this simple guide, you’ll learn how to create perfectly layered croissants that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup room temperature water
  • ¾ cup whole milk
  • 2–½ teaspoons instant yeast
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 5 cups bread flour
  • ½ cup whole wheat flour
  • 1–½ teaspoons fine sea salt
  • 4 tablespoons softened butter (for dough)
  • 1–¾ cups very cold butter (for layering)
  • Egg yolk (for glazing)
  • Heavy cream (for glazing)

Instructions

  1. Combine water and milk in a stand mixer bowl. Sprinkle yeast and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
  2. Add sugar, flours, and salt. Mix on low speed until combined; increase speed to medium until a ball forms.
  3. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Chill the dough wrapped in plastic wrap for 30 minutes while preparing the butter layer.
  5. Roll softened butter into an 8×10-inch rectangle between parchment sheets.
  6. Roll out chilled dough into a larger rectangle and envelop the butter completely.
  7. Fold and roll the dough to create layers; chill between folds.
  8. Shape the croissants by cutting triangles from rolled-out dough and rolling them tightly.
  9. Allow shaped croissants to rise until doubled before brushing with egg yolk mixture and baking at 375°F (190°C) for approximately 24 minutes.

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