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Homemade French Croissants (Small Batch)

Homemade French Croissants (Small Batch)
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Indulge in the deliciousness of Homemade French Croissants (Small Batch), where flaky, buttery layers come together to create a pastry that elevates any meal. These delightful croissants are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. With a straightforward approach to making them from scratch, you can impress yourself and your guests without the need to bake dozens at once. Whether filled with sweet jams or enjoyed plain, this small-batch recipe ensures that you savor every bite of these gourmet pastries.

Ingredients

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  • 85 g lukewarm milk (⅓ cup)
  • 60 g lukewarm water (¼ cup)
  • 6 g active dry yeast (about 2 tsp)
  • 5 g honey (1 tsp) or sugar
  • 25 g melted and cooled butter (1 ½ tbsp)
  • 20 g white sugar (generous 1 ½ tbsp)
  • 250 g all-purpose flour (2 cups)
  • 5 g salt (about 1 tsp)
  • 140 g butter for lamination (10 tbsp)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix lukewarm water and milk; sprinkle yeast and honey on top. Let sit until foamy.
  2. In another bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add yeast mixture and melted butter; mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about an hour.
  4. Prepare the butter block by rolling softened butter between parchment sheets into an even rectangle; chill until firm.
  5. Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle; place chilled butter in the center and fold dough over to encase it.
  6. Roll out again into a long rectangle; fold into thirds like a letter. Repeat this process two more times with chilling in between.
  7. Cut triangles from the final rolled-out dough and roll tightly from base to tip.
  8. Place shaped croissants on a lined baking sheet; cover loosely and let rise for another hour or two until doubled.
  9. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush croissants with egg wash made from egg yolk mixed with milk or cream.
  10. Bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

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