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Croissant Inspired Breads

Soft inside with crisp, buttery layers, this Croissant Inspired Bread is a warm, flaky treat perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour Measure by weight for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Adjust based on taste preference.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon yeast Active dry yeast recommended.
  • 1 cup milk Warm milk helps activate the yeast.
  • 1 large egg For an enriched dough.
Butter Layer
  • 1 cup cold butter Must be cold to create flaky layers.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix flour, sugar, salt, yeast, milk, and egg to make a soft dough.
  2. Knead until smooth, about 5 to 8 minutes.
  3. Chill the dough for 1 hour, wrapped in plastic to keep it cold.
Laminating the Dough
  1. Pound and roll cold butter into a thin square.
  2. Place the butter on the rolled dough, fold the dough over, and seal the edges.
  3. Roll the dough into a long rectangle, then fold it like a letter for a single turn.
  4. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes. Repeat rolling and folding 2 to 3 more times, chilling between each turn.
Shaping and Baking
  1. After the final chill, roll the dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Cut into shapes for a loaf, buns, or classic croissant shapes.
  3. Place shaped pieces on a baking tray and let them proof until puffy, about 1 to 2 hours.
  4. Brush with beaten egg for a shiny crust.
  5. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18 to 25 minutes until deep golden and crisp.
  6. Cool a bit before serving to allow the layers to set.

Notes

Keep the butter cold for flaky layers. Use a light touch when rolling to avoid tearing the dough. Chill the dough between folds to prevent butter melting. Do not overproof, proof until the dough is puffed but not collapsed. Bake until a deep golden brown for best results.