Description
These homemade Honey Butter Croissants are buttery, flaky, and golden with a sweet drizzle of whipped honey butter. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a decadent side, these croissants are melt-in-your-mouth soft inside with a crisp, golden crust.
Ingredients
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Croissants:
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 ⅓ cups milk
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 envelope)
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups cold salted butter, plus more for greasing
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon heavy whipping cream
Honey Butter:
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 ½ tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a small bowl, warm the milk until just lukewarm (not hot). Stir in yeast and sugar, then let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and vegetable oil, mixing until dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–2 hours, until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough into a large rectangle. Spread cold salted butter evenly over two-thirds of the dough. Fold into thirds like a letter and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Repeat rolling and folding 3 more times, chilling between folds.
- Roll dough into a large rectangle about ¼-inch thick. Cut into long triangles, then roll each triangle tightly from the wide end to form croissants. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Whisk egg and heavy cream together for the egg wash. Brush over croissants. Cover lightly and let rise again for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake croissants for 12–15 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
- Meanwhile, make honey butter by whipping softened butter, honey, and powdered sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
- Serve croissants warm with honey butter spread or drizzle on top.
Notes
- For extra flakiness, keep butter cold while layering.
- You can make the dough a day ahead and refrigerate overnight before shaping.
- Serve warm with extra honey for a touch of sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant with honey butter
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: honey butter croissants, homemade croissants, breakfast pastry, sweet rolls, buttery croissants