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Ingredients
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Croissants
Seasonal Filling
Toppings
Method
Croissants
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Mix well.
- 2
- 3
Incorporate Butter
Roll out the cold butter between two sheets of parchment paper into a rectangle. Place the butter on the dough and fold the dough over it, sealing the edges.
- 4
Laminate the Dough
Roll out the dough into a rectangle and fold it into thirds (like a letter). Repeat this process three more times, refrigerating for 30 minutes between each fold.
- 5
Shape the Croissants
Roll out the dough into a large rectangle and cut it into triangles. Roll each triangle from the base to the tip to shape the croissants.
- 6
Proof the Croissants
Place shaped croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- 7
Bake
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush the croissants with an egg wash and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Seasonal Filling
- 8
Prepare the Filling
In a medium saucepan, combine the seasonal fruit, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the fruit is softened and the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- 9
Cool the Filling
Remove from heat and let the filling cool to room temperature.
Assembly and Serving
- 10
Fill the Croissants
Once the croissants are baked and cooled, slice them open and spoon in the seasonal fruit filling.
- 11
Add Ice Cream
Top each filled croissant with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- 12
Garnish and Serve
Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with chocolate sauce if desired. Serve immediately.
