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Croissants are undoubtedly one of the most beloved pastries worldwide. Their flaky layers, buttery flavor, and delicate texture make them a favorite indulgence for many. But what sets apart a good croissant from an exceptional one? In this article, we delve into the world of super soft croissants, exploring their origins, what makes them so soft, tips for baking them at home, and much more.
Ingredients
- 400 ml 1 3/4 cups warm milk
- 100 g 1/2 cup sugar
- 7 g dry yeast
- 1 egg
- 15 ml 1 tbsp oil
- pinch of salt
- 10 g 2 tsp vanilla sugar
- 600 g 3 3/4 cups flour (6 glasses of 200ml)
- 100 g 7 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions
- In a bowl combine warm milk, sugar, and instant yeast. Whisk well and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Pour in oil, add egg and vanilla sugar, and whisk to combine.
- Stir in flour and salt, and start to mix the dough with a spatula. Then continue to knead it with your hands until it comes together.
- Add butter and continue to knead until you receive an elastic dough.
- Cover and let sit for 1 hour.
- Divide obtained dough into 10-12 pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Cover with a plastic wrap and let sit for 15 minutes.
- Roll each ball into a long oval shape. Fold the oval in half lengthwise and roll it up to receive a croissant. Continue with the remaining dough.
- Arrange croissants on a baking tray lined with parchment. Cover and let sit for 15-20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C/360°F. Brush buns with milk and bake for 25 minutes.
- When ready, brush each croissant with butter.
- Enjoy your Homemade croissants.
