Flaky & Buttery Croissant Recipe – Step-by-Step Guide”

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"The Ultimate Flaky & Buttery Croissant Recipe – A Step-by-Step Guide to Perfect Homemade Pastries"


Flaky & Buttery Croissant Recipe – Step-by-Step Guide

Introduction

Want to make bakery-style, flaky croissants at home? This authentic French croissant recipe gives you crispy, buttery layers with a soft, airy inside. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delicious treat with coffee! ☕🥐

✅ 100% homemade – no preservatives
✅ Golden, crispy, and soft inside
✅ Perfect for beginners & pros

Croissant Pitchers 

Ingredients for Perfect Croissants

For the Dough:

  • 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour (or bread flour)
  • ¼ cup (50g) sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast
  • 1 cup (250ml) warm milk
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) butter, softened
    Croissant photo 

For the Butter Block (Lamination):

  • 1 cup (225g) cold unsalted butter

For egg wash 

  • 1 egg yolk + 1 tablespoon milk (for golden shine)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Dough

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
  2. Add warm milk and mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rest for 2 hours in the fridge.

2️⃣ Make the Butter Block

  1. Place cold butter between two sheets of parchment paper.
  2. Roll into a 6x6 inch (15x15 cm) square. Chill for 30 minutes.

3️⃣ Laminate the Dough (Butter Layers)

  1. Roll the chilled dough into a 10x10 inch (25x25 cm) square.
  2. Place the butter block in the center, fold the dough over it, and seal the edges.
  3. Roll into a rectangle, then fold like a letter (book fold).
  4. Chill for 30 minutes and repeat this process 3 times to create layers.

4️⃣ Shape the Croissants

  1. Roll the dough into a long rectangle (¼ inch thick).
  2. Cut into triangles (base: 3 inches, height: 7 inches).
  3. Roll tightly from the base to form a croissant shape.

5️⃣ Proof & Bake

  1. Place croissants on a tray, cover, and let them rise for 2 hours.
  2. Brush with egg wash for a golden shine.
  3. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
    Franch favourite snakes 

Pro Tips for Viral-Worthy Croissants

⭐ Use high-fat butter (European-style) for flaky layers.
⭐ Keep the dough cold during rolling to prevent butter from melting.
⭐ Let them proof properly for airy, soft inside texture.
⭐ Brush twice with egg wash for a rich golden shine.

Franch favourite snakes 

FAQs – Common Croissant Questions

Why are my croissants not flaky?

➡️ Butter melted during lamination – keep everything cold.

Can I store croissants?

➡️ Store at room temperature for 2 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

How to make chocolate croissants?

➡️ Add a chocolate bar inside before rolling! 🍫

Franch favourite snakes 

Final Thoughts

This homemade croissant recipe is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or special occasions. Try it today and share your results!



Location: Gayatri Niwas, E-115, Shivali Chs, Sector 12, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 410210, India

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