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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Egg Wash
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm milk and water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and matcha powder. Add the frothy yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Butter Layering
- 4
Prepare Butter
While the dough is rising, take the cold butter and pound it into a flat rectangle between two sheets of parchment paper. Refrigerate until needed.
- 5
Shaping and Baking
- 6
Shape Croissants
Roll out the dough one final time into a large rectangle. Cut into triangles and roll each triangle tightly from the base to the tip. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 7
Egg Wash
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Brush the egg wash over each croissant.
- 8
Bake
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Let the croissants rise for another 30 minutes. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
