Pecan Pie Croissant Recipe
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Ingredients
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Croissant Dough
Pecan Filling
Egg Wash
Method
Croissant Dough
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- 4
Incorporate Butter
Roll out the risen dough into a large rectangle. Place the cold, unsalted butter in the center and fold the dough over to encase the butter. Roll out and fold the dough in thirds, repeating this process 3-4 times to create layers.
- 5
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
Pecan Filling
- 6
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, light corn syrup, vanilla extract, eggs, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until well combined.
Assemble and Bake
- 7
Roll Out Dough
Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and roll it out into a large rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
- 8
Cut and Shape
Cut the dough into triangles. Place a spoonful of pecan filling at the wide end of each triangle and roll it up tightly.
- 9
Prepare Egg Wash
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make the egg wash. Brush the tops of the croissants with the egg wash.
- 10
Bake the Croissants
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the rolled croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Pecan Pie Croissants!
