Making croissants from scratch can be a labor of love, but the result is worth it. Here’s a simplified recipe for homemade croissants:
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup (120ml) warm milk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) warm water
- 1 cup (2 sticks or 226g) unsalted butter, cold
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions: