Nothing beats the aroma of freshly baked croissants! These Classic French Croissants are buttery, flaky, and crisp on the outside, with soft, airy layers inside. Perfect for breakfast or a delightful treat with coffee!
โจ Ingredients:
- 2 ยฝ cups all-purpose flour
- ยผ cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 ยผ tsp) active dry yeast
- ยพ cup warm milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, for layering)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
๐ฝ๏ธ Instructions:
1๏ธโฃ Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes. Add flour and salt, knead into a soft dough, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
2๏ธโฃ Incorporate Butter: Roll out the dough into a rectangle, place cold butter in the center, and fold over. Roll and fold 3 more times, chilling between each fold.
3๏ธโฃ Shape the Croissants: Roll the dough into a thin sheet, cut into triangles, and roll each into a crescent shape.
4๏ธโฃ Proof & Bake: Let rise for 1-2 hours. Brush with egg wash, then bake at 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
5๏ธโฃ Enjoy! Let cool slightly, then serve warm with jam, butter, or chocolate.
๐ Why Youโll Love This Recipe:
โ๏ธ Authentic French Flavor โ Just like a Parisian bakery!
โ๏ธ Buttery & Flaky โ Perfectly crisp and airy layers.
โ๏ธ Homemade Goodness โ Fresh, warm, and irresistible!
๐ธ Check out these golden, flaky croissants! ๐
Try this Classic French Croissant Recipe today and enjoy a taste of France at home! For more delicious pastries, visit RecipesDish4U.com! ๐
