Assorted Pastries & Croissants Recipe
Make Assorted Pastries & Croissants Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling Options
Egg Wash
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm milk (about 110°F) with active dry yeast and sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, softened butter, and eggs. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-1.5 hours.
Shaping and Filling
- 5
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a large rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- 6
Cut Shapes
Cut the dough into triangles for croissants or squares for pastries. Size can vary based on preference.
- 7
Add Filling
For each triangle, place a small amount of your desired filling (chocolate chips, almond paste, fruit preserves, or cream cheese). Roll from the base to the tip.
- 8
Shape the Pastries
For pastries, fold the corners of the square towards the center over the filling and pinch to seal.
Second Rise and Baking
- 9
Prepare Egg Wash
In a small bowl, whisk together one egg and milk until well combined.
- 10
Brush Pastries
Place the shaped pastries on a lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with the egg wash for a golden finish.
- 11
Second Rise
Cover the pastries with a cloth and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
- 12
Bake
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the pastries for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown.
