Best 5 Croissants And Puff Pastry Recipes

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Are you ready to embark on a delectable journey into the world of croissants and puff pastry? These golden-brown, flaky pastries are a true delight, perfect for any occasion, whether it be a leisurely breakfast, an elegant brunch, or a delightful afternoon tea. With their delicate layers and buttery flavor, they are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. From classic croissants to decadent pain au chocolat, from savory cheese puffs to sweet fruit-filled pastries, the possibilities are endless. Let's explore the world of croissants and puff pastry, and discover the best recipes to create these extraordinary delicacies in your own kitchen.

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FRUITY CROISSANT PUFF



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I got this recipe from a good friend. Sweet, tart, tender and light, it tastes like a Danish.-Myra Aimer, Tuttle, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large croissants, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 6 cups)
1-1/2 cups mixed fresh berries
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Maple syrup, optional

Steps:

  • Place croissants and berries in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in milk, sugar, eggs and vanilla until blended; pour over croissants. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Bake, uncovered, until puffed and golden and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 15-20 minutes. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 24g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 358mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CROISSANTS AND PUFF PASTRY



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Classic laminated dough for croissants, pastries and other flakey baked items. This recipe is my take on several recipes, but heavily influenced by Peter Reinhart's recipe in Artisan Bread Every Day. The long resting times are not reflected in the preparation or cooking times given here. The butter can be increased to 10 ounces or 2.5 sticks for a richer croissant with slightly better crumb.

Provided by Red_Apple_Guy

Categories     Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 14 croissans, 14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups all-purpose flour (514 g unbleached)
2 tablespoons sugar (26 g)
2 teaspoons salt (scant teaspoons or 10 g)
1 tablespoon instant yeast (scant tablespoon or 8 g)
3/4 cup milk (170 g)
2/3 cup water (room temperature, 151 g)
1 tablespoon butter (softened, 12 g)
8 ounces butter (2 sticks, unsalted or 228 g)
1 egg (mix with 1 tablespoon water for optional egg wash)

Steps:

  • Mix the dough ingredients until well mixed, place in greased, covered bowl and refrigerate overnight. It's not necessary to knead the dough unless for a few times to mix the dough.
  • Wrap 2 sticks of butter touching in plastic wrap. Pound with a rolling pin until the butter block is 5 by 6 inches. The butter should be cold but pliable. Test by poking a finger to see if an indention is easily left.
  • Lightly flour the counter and dough and roll dough out to a 5.5" by 12.5" rectangle. Brush off the flour and place the butter block on half the dough and fold the other half over. Seal the dough around the butter.
  • Adding a little flour and tapping the top of the package with the rolling pin, roll the dough out into an 8" x 18" rectangle. Brushing off the flour, fold the dough over letter-style to make 3 layers in an 8" x 6" bundle.
  • Wrap the package and chill for 30 minutes in the fridge.
  • Roll the dough stretching the longer side out until the rectangle is 8 by 18" again. Triple fold again, wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Repeat this one more time, chilling the package for 30 minutes.
  • Take the dough our and roll it into an 8" wide, 28" long rectangle, trimming off excess.
  • Divide this dough into 7 rectangles, 4" wide and 8" long. Divide each rectangle diagonally so that there are 14 triangles, 4" at the base and 8" to the tip.
  • Take each triangle and make a 3/4" slit half-way along the base. Stretch the triangle from base to tip and at the base. Rolling from the base, roll each croissant up and place on cookie sheets or baking pans lined with parchment. Spray the parchment lightly with oil first.
  • Preheat the oven to 450F, but drop to 375F when croissants go into the oven.
  • Cover the croissants with oiled plastic wrap and let rise for 60 to 90 minutes until it's risen 1.5 times its volume.
  • If a shiny surface is desired, brush lightly with an egg wash.
  • Bake at 375F in the upper portion of the oven for 12 minutes. Rotate the pan and bake for 12 to 15 minutes more or until browned and 205 F internally.

RASPBERRY PAIN AU CHOCOLAT (RASPBERRY CHOCOLATE CROISSANTS)



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Flaky puff pastry is filled with chocolate-hazelnut spread and all-fruit raspberry spread in this delectable treat. I concocted this on a whim one afternoon, and after one bite, I knew it was one for the books! Simple, elegant, and delicious.

Provided by allison125

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 38m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (17.25 ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed
6 tablespoons chocolate hazelnut spread
3 tablespoons all fruit raspberry jam
1 egg, beaten
¼ cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Unfold the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each one into thirds along the fold lines. Roll each strip of dough out to about 16 inches long, and cut strips into thirds.
  • Spread some of the hazelnut spread onto one half of each rectangle to within 1/2 inch of the edge. Spread about 1/2 teaspoon of the raspberry jam over the hazelnut spread. Brush the edges with egg, and fold over the other side to enclose the filling. Press the edges firmly to seal. Repeat with the remaining rectangles. Use a sharp knife to cut 5 slits across the top of each pastry, and place them on baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 18 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown. Cool on racks. Dust with confectioners' sugar when cooled if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 76.1 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

EASY CHOCOLATE PUFF PASTRY CROISSANTS



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For croissant lovers..this is a very easy and elegant dessert, puff pastry filled with chocolate, then drizzled with a smooth chocolate glaze on the top.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 8 pasteries

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 puff pastry sheets, thawed (use one 17-ounce box)
1 -1 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
2 ounces semisweet chocolate, broken into pieces
1 egg, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons hot water (more or less as needed)
confectioners' sugar, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350°F.
  • Grease 2 baking sheets.
  • Unfold one sheet of puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface, then roll out to make a 10-inch square.
  • Cut into four even squares.
  • Place 2-3 tablespoons milk chocolate baking chips in the center of each square.
  • Brush the edges lightly with the beaten egg.
  • Fold each square into triangles, press the edges to seal.
  • Place on the baking sheets 2-inches apart.
  • Repeat with remaining puff pastry sheet.
  • Bake for about 15-17 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
  • Cool on baking sheets for about 3 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.
  • In a small microwave-safe bowl melt the 2 ounces semisweet chocolate with 2 tablespoons butter on HIGH for about 25-30 seconds, stirring once and until smooth. until smooth.
  • Stir/whisk in the confectioners sugar until combined.
  • Add in water until the icing is smooth and desired consistency for drizzling.
  • Drizzle over the pastries.
  • Sift lighty with confectioners sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.8, Fat 36.9, SaturatedFat 14.2, Cholesterol 35.7, Sodium 205.9, Carbohydrate 57.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 26, Protein 7.8

HACKED CROISSANT DONUTS RECIPE BY TASTY



Hacked Croissant Donuts Recipe by Tasty image

Made with store-bought puff pastry, these have all the glitz and glamour of a flaky, crunchy, decadent croissant donut without any of the hassle!

Provided by Aleya Zenieris

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 donuts

Number Of Ingredients 5

all purpose flour, for dusting
2 packages frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup vanilla frosting
1 tablespoon whole milk

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Lay a puff pastry sheet flat on a lightly floured surface. Use a pastry brush to cover the sheet completely with the beaten egg. Fold the sheet into thirds along the creases, like a letter, and place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining 3 sheets of puff pastry. Refrigerate until stiff and completely chilled, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C) for 20 minutes. Set a wire rack over a baking sheet.
  • Remove the puff pastry from the refrigerator and use a 3-inch round cutter to cut out 12 rounds, 3 per sheet. Use a 1-inch round cutter to cut out the center of each pastry round. Remove and discard the scraps, or air fry for chef's snacks.
  • Working in batches, place the donuts in the air fryer, spacing 1 inch apart, and cook until the donuts have puffed completely and are golden brown all over, about 15 minutes. Transfer to the wire rack.
  • Make the icing: In a medium bowl, stir together the frosting and milk until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a small piping bag and cut a hole in the tip. Pipe the icing on the top of the donuts.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 11 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients, especially butter. The better the butter, the better the croissants and puff pastry will be.
  • Make sure the butter is cold before using it. This will help to create flaky layers in the dough.
  • Work the dough quickly and gently. Overworking the dough will make it tough.
  • Chill the dough between turns. This will help to develop the gluten and make the dough more elastic.
  • Bake the croissants and puff pastry in a hot oven. This will help to create a crispy crust and a light, airy interior.

Conclusion:

Croissants and puff pastry are delicious and versatile pastries that can be used for a variety of sweet and savory dishes. With a little practice, you can make these pastries at home. Just remember to use high-quality ingredients, work the dough quickly and gently, and chill the dough between turns. With a little patience, you'll be able to create delicious croissants and puff pastry that will impress your friends and family.

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