Discover the art of making classic croissants with a delightful twist. These homemade croissants are not only flaky and buttery but also come with a surprising filling of raspberry marmalade, offering a sweet contrast to the rich, layered pastry. The optional pink pattern, created with beet powder, adds a visually stunning element to these already tantalizing treats.
Why You’ll Love This: The process of crafting these croissants is deeply satisfying and produces a pastry that is far superior to store-bought versions. The contrast between the buttery layers and the sweet, tangy raspberry marmalade creates a symphony of flavors. Plus, the optional natural coloring from beet powder adds a unique and elegant touch, perfect for special occasions or a luxurious weekend breakfast.
Ingredients:
- Warm Water: 3/4 cup
- Instant Dry Yeast: 2 tsp
- Milk: 2/3 cup
- Granulated Sugar: 4 tbsp
- Salt: A pinch
- Flour: 4 cups
- Butter: 4 tbsp (room temperature)
- European Butter: 2 1/2 sticks (282g)
Instructions:
- Dough Preparation:
- Mix warm water (110°F), yeast, and a bit of sugar. Let sit for 5-8 minutes.
- In a large bowl, create a well with the flour. Sprinkle sugar and salt around the edges. Pour in the yeast mixture, milk, and water. Mix for 3-4 minutes.
- Add butter, knead for 8-10 minutes, rest for 10 minutes, knead for 5-8 minutes, rest for 5-7 minutes, and knead again for 5-10 minutes until smooth.
- Chill the dough for 3-4 hours.
- Layering with Butter:
- Divide the dough into 14-16 pieces. Roll each into a 5-6 inch circle.
- Stack the circles with softened butter between each, as shown in the video.
- Refrigerate for at least 7 hours or overnight.
- Rolling and Baking:
- Roll the dough into a large circle (22-24 inches). Cut into triangles.
- Roll each triangle into a croissant shape. Place on baking sheets.
- Let them rise at room temperature for 1.5-2 hours until doubled.
- Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Filling and Serving:
- Cool the croissants and pipe in raspberry marmalade.
- Serve with coffee for a delightful breakfast or snack.
Optional Beet Coloring: Mix hot water with organic red beet powder, cool it down, and knead into 1/5 of the dough. Let this colored dough rest with the basic dough in the fridge.
Enjoy your homemade Raspberry Marmalade Croissants, a perfect blend of traditional baking and creative flair!
