Croissant Recipe

Time4h

Serves12

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Ingredients

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1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast until combined.
2
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, mix the milk and water. Heat until lukewarm, then add the melted butter.
3
Form the Dough
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a rough dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
4
First Rise
Place the dough 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.

5
Prepare the Butter
While the dough is rising, take the cold butter and place it between two sheets of parchment paper. Use a rolling pin to pound it into a rectangle that is approximately 1/2 inch thick. Chill in the refrigerator.

6
Roll out the Dough
After the dough has risen, roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle that is about 1/2 inch thick.
7
Add the Butter
Place the prepared butter in the center of the dough rectangle. Fold the dough over the butter, enclosing it completely.
8
First Fold
Roll the dough out again into a rectangle and fold it into thirds, similar to folding a letter. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
9
Second Fold
Repeat the rolling and folding process two more times, chilling for 30 minutes between each fold.

10
Roll and Cut
After completing the folds, roll the dough into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick. Cut it into triangles.
11
Shape the Croissants
Starting from the base of each triangle, roll it up tightly towards the tip. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
12
Final Rise
Cover the shaped croissants with a kitchen towel and let them rise for about 1 hour in a warm place, until puffy.

13
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
14
Bake the Croissants
Brush the croissants with a little milk or egg wash for a golden finish. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.