Croissant Trays Recipe

Croissant Preparation

1. 1

   Activate Yeast

   In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

2. 2

   Make Dough

   In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and warm milk. Mix until a dough forms.

3. 3

   Knead Dough

   Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

4. 4

   Prepare Butter Layer

   While dough is rising, flatten the butter between two sheets of parchment paper into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick and refrigerate.

5. 5

   Laminate Dough

   Once the dough has risen, roll it out into a large rectangle. Place the cold butter layer in the center and fold the dough over it. Roll out again and perform a series of folds to create layers (about 3 folds). Chill for 30 minutes between folds.

6. 6

   Shape Croissants

   Roll the laminated dough into a large rectangle again, then cut into triangles. Roll each triangle from the base to the tip to form a croissant shape.

7. 7

   Second Rise

   Place the shaped croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover loosely and let rise for another hour.

8. 8

   Egg Wash and Bake

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush the croissants with beaten egg. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.