🥐 Homemade Croissants 😋

METHOD :

1. Make the Dough:
   In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Gradually add lukewarm milk and mix until a dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rest for 1 hour.

2. Prepare the Butter Block:
   Place cold butter between two sheets of parchment paper and pound it into a 6x6-inch square using a rolling pin. Chill until firm.

3. Laminate the Dough:
   Roll out the dough into a 10x10-inch square. Place the butter block in the center and fold the dough over it like an envelope. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, then fold it into thirds (like a letter). Repeat this process 3-4 times, chilling the dough for 30 minutes between each fold.

4. Shape the Croissants:
   Roll out the dough into a large rectangle (about ¼-inch thick). Cut into triangles, then roll each triangle from the base to the tip to form a croissant shape.

5. Proof & Bake:
   Place the croissants on a baking sheet, cover, and let them rise for 1-2 hours until puffy. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush the croissants with egg wash (1 egg + 1 tbsp milk). Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

6. Cool & Enjoy:
   Let the croissants cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with butter, jam, or your favorite spread!

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