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Croissant Bread (Loaf) Recipe

Croissant Bread (Loaf) Recipe
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Learn how to make a delightful Croissant Bread Loaf that’s perfect for breakfast or as a snack. This homemade bread is buttery, flaky, and absolutely delicious.

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk, warmed to about 110°F (43°C)
  • 2 and 1/4 teaspoons (7g) instant or active dry yeast (1 standard packet, see Notes)
  • 3 Tablespoons (38g) granulated sugar
  • 1 and 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 3 Tablespoons (43g) unsalted or salted butter, softened to room temperature and cut into 3 equal pieces
  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled), plus more as needed and for lamination
  • 3/4 cup (12 Tbsp; 170g) salted butter, slightly softened (see Notes)
  • 1 large egg, cold or room temperature
  • 1 Tablespoon (15ml) water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Whisk warm milk, yeast, and sugar in a stand mixer. Add salt, butter, and 2 cups of flour. Beat until a soft dough forms.
  2. Knead the Dough: Beat or knead for 5 minutes until the dough is soft and slightly tacky.
  3. 1st Rise: Allow the dough to rise in a greased bowl for 1.5–2 hours.
  4. Flatten Dough: Flatten the dough into a rectangle and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  5. Prepare for Lamination: Cut butter into slices and ensure it’s not too soft.
  6. 1st Lamination: Roll out the dough, fold in the butter, and refrigerate.
  7. 2nd & 3rd Laminations: Repeat rolling and folding, refrigerating between each lamination.
  8. Final Lamination & Shaping: Roll dough, fold, and shape into rolls.
  9. 2nd Rise: Place rolls in a loaf pan and allow to rise.
  10. Bake: Brush with egg wash and bake at 350°F for 1 hour.
  11. Cool & Serve: Cool in the pan, then on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Watch the tutorial video before starting.
  • Make room in the refrigerator for the baking sheet.
  • Ensure butter is not too soft for lamination.
  • Do not extend refrigeration times during lamination.

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Keywords: Croissant Bread, Bread Loaf, Homemade Bread Recipe

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