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Perfect Homemade French Croissants: The Best Recipe for Beginners

Perfect Homemade French Croissants
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Learn how to make the perfect homemade French croissants, even if you’re a beginner. This detailed recipe provides step-by-step guidance to achieve flaky and buttery croissants.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1 1/4 cups warm milk
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, cold
  • 1 egg, for egg wash

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, combine flour and salt.
  3. Make a well in the flour and add the yeast mixture.
  4. Knead until a dough forms, then let it rise for 1 hour.
  5. Roll out the dough and incorporate the cold butter.
  6. Fold and roll the dough several times to create layers.
  7. Cut, shape, and let the croissants rise again.
  8. Bake at 400°F (200°C) until golden brown.

Notes

  • Chill the dough if it gets too warm while working.
  • Using a baking stone can improve the croissant’s texture.

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