Bake 101: Easy Hacks To Make Croissants

By Smriti Dey

January 10, 2024

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Love croissants? Well, baking one at home can be a delightful yet challenging task. Here are some easy hacks to help you achieve flaky, buttery croissants with ease and perfection. 

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Never Overcrowd

Follow the Holy Grail! Bake in batches, but avoid overcrowding the oven.

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Chill The Butter

Ensure your butter is cold. Chill it in the refrigerator before using.

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Consistent Rolling

Uneven rolling will ruin the layering and flakiness of the croissants. Keep it consistent!

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Proper Dough Resting

Allow the dough to rest in the refrigerator between each rolling and folding stage. It's worth the wait!

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Time Management

Be patient! Rushing can compromise the flakiness of the final product.

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Precision In Cutting

You need to cut your dough and shape your croissants with precision to ensure uniform size and consistent baking. Precision will make perfect croissants!

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Egg Wash For Shine

Brush the croissants with an egg wash before baking for a golden-brown shine. Try it today!

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