Quick Method Croissants

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: French

Quick Method Croissants deliver flaky, buttery layers with minimal effort, perfect for breakfast or brunch. Their rich flavor and crisp texture make them a delightful treat for family gatherings or special mornings, combining convenience with classic pastry indulgence.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pkg. active dry yeast
  • 1 c. very warm water (110~)
  • 3/4 c. evaporated milk
  • 1 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/3 c. sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 5 c. unsifted flour
  • 1/4 c. butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 1/2 c. firm, cold butter (3 sticks), cut into 1/2-inch slices

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, soften yeast in warm water.
  2. Add evaporated milk, salt, sugar, egg, and 1 cup of flour. Beat to make a smooth batter.
  3. Blend in the 1/4 cup melted butter and set aside.
  4. In another bowl, cut the 3 sticks firm, cold butter into remaining 4 cups of flour until butter particles are the size of almonds.
  5. Pour yeast batter over flour-butter mixture and carefully turn the mixture over with a rubber spatula to blend just until all flour is moistened.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 4 days.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

636 kcal 32% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 18.3g 37% DV
Total Fat 31.7g 41% DV
Carbs 74.3g 27% DV
Fiber 8.6g 31% DV
Sugar 11.7g 23% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9879.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 542mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 141mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13.1mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 193.5mg 15% DV
Iron 4.1mg 23% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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