Fri, Aug 25, 2023

Dairy Free Croissants

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There's something utterly magical about the way croissants flake and crumble as you bite into them. My first taste of these buttery delights was on a trip to Paris, where I attempted to blend in with the locals by devouring one for breakfast each day. Of course, my attempts at perfecting them at home were less glamorous but equally filled with laughter and flour-covered friends.

While croissants are typically laden with butter, this dairy-free version is just as satisfying. The secret? A high-quality dairy-free spread that brings the same richness without compromising flavor. Trust me, you won't miss the dairy one bit.

This recipe has become a weekend staple in my household, often accompanied by a strong cup of coffee and the weekend crossword. It's a chance to slow down, savor each bite, and perhaps reminisce about that first Parisian croissant experience.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a newbie in the kitchen, these croissants are a delightful challenge. The rolling and folding process can be therapeutic, and there's nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked croissants wafting through your home.

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Dairy Free Croissants

Servings:

12 Pieces

Prep Time:

30 Minute

Cook Time:

20 Minute

French

Breakfast

Brunch

Croissants

Baking

Winter

Ingredients


Dough

  • 500 g

    - All-purpose flour

  • 50 g

    - Sugar

  • 10 g

    - Salt

  • 7 g

    - Instant yeast

  • 300 ml

    - Water

    warm

  • 300 g

    - Dairy-free spread

    softened

Egg Wash

  • 1 ea

    - Egg

    beaten

  • 1 tblsp

    - Water

Method


Prepare the Dough

  • 1

    Mix

    In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Gradually add the warm water and mix until a dough forms.

  • 2

    Knead

    Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.

Folding the Dough

  • 1

    Roll

    Roll out the dough into a large rectangle. Spread the softened dairy-free spread over two-thirds of the dough.

  • 2

    Fold

    Fold the dough into thirds, like a letter, starting with the unbuttered third. Roll out the dough again and repeat the folding process twice more.

  • 3

    Repeat

    You can continue this process a few more times if you wish to have extra flaky, fine layers. I recommend chilling the dough for half an hour in the fridge (glad-wrapped) between each roll.

Shape the Croissants

  • 1

    Cut

    Roll the dough into a large rectangle and cut into triangles. Roll each triangle from the base to the tip to form croissant shapes.

  • 2

    Proof

    Place the croissants on a baking sheet, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until puffy.

Bake

  • 1

    Preheat

    Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

  • 2

    Brush

    Mix the beaten egg with water and brush over the croissants.

  • 3

    Bake

    Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and flaky.

Notes


  • 1

    For a sweet twist, add a spoonful of jam inside each croissant before rolling.

  • 2

    Ensure the dough is cold when rolling out to get the best flaky layers.

  • 3

    A dusting of icing sugar on top makes these the ultimate treat to have with a coffee.


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Comments


These turned out amazing! Can't believe they're dairy-free.

BakerJoe

Mon, Sep 11, 2023


Can I use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour?

Anonymous

Wed, Sep 20, 2023


I made these for brunch, and they were a hit!

CroissantQueen

Fri, Sep 29, 2023


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