Description
A delightful blend of croissant and bread, this Croissant Bread Loaf is flaky, buttery, and perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold
- 1/2 cup milk, warm
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg, for egg wash
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and sugar, then sprinkle yeast on top and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture to the flour and mix until a dough forms.
- Roll out the cold butter between two sheets of parchment paper into a rectangle.
- Incorporate the butter into the dough by folding and rolling it out several times.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Cover and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush the top of the loaf with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is very cold for the best flakiness.
- Let the loaf cool before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Can be served with jam or butter for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg