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Homemade Flaky Croissants Recipe: Effortlessly Indulgent Treats

Homemade Flaky Croissants Recipe

This homemade flaky croissants recipe yields perfectly buttery, flaky layers that are indulgent yet easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm milk with yeast and sugar, allowing it to activate.
  2. In another bowl, mix flour and salt, then cut in the butter until crumbly.
  3. Add the yeast mixture and egg to the flour mixture, mixing until combined.
  4. Knead the dough, then refrigerate for several hours.
  5. Roll the dough into a rectangle, fold in thirds, and repeat this process multiple times to create layers.
  6. Cut the dough into triangles, roll them up, and place on a baking sheet.
  7. Let them rise, then bake until golden brown.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use European-style butter.
  • Ensure your milk is warm but not hot for the yeast activation.

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Keywords: Homemade, Flaky, Croissants, Recipe