Thanksgiving Dinner Croissant Recipe
Make Thanksgiving Dinner Croissant 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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Croissant Dough
Filling
Egg Wash
Method
Croissant Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F) and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- 3
- 4
Knead Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Chill Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- 6
Roll and Fold Butter
Roll the chilled dough into a large rectangle. Place the cold butter in the center, fold the dough over, and roll it out again. Repeat this process two more times.
- 7
Final Chill
Wrap the dough again and refrigerate for an additional hour.
Filling Preparation
- 8
Prepare Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, cream cheese, sage, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Assembling Croissants
- 9
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 10
Cut and Shape Dough
Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, then cut it into triangles.
- 11
Add Filling
Place a spoonful of the filling at the base of each triangle and roll them up towards the tip.
- 12
Prepare Egg Wash
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water.
- 13
Brush Croissants
Place the croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush the tops with the egg wash.
- 14
Bake
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and flaky.
