Apple Croissant

Indulge in the ultimate blend of flaky pastry and sweet, spiced filling with this luscious Apple Croissant recipe. Perfectly layered, buttery croissant dough is lovingly wrapped around a caramelized apple filling infused with cinnamon and brown sugar, creating a treat that's as comforting as it is elegant. This recipe takes you step-by-step through mastering the art of laminated dough, ensuring those signature airy layers, while the rich apple filling brings a cozy, autumn-inspired touch to every bite. These golden, bakery-style apple croissants are ideal for a weekend breakfast, brunch spread, or even a special dessert. Whether you're a home baker looking to expand your skills or simply craving a warm, homemade pastry, this recipe is sure to deliver satisfaction.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 200 grams unsalted butter
• 7 grams active dry yeast
• 50 grams granulated sugar
• 120 milliliters whole milk
• 5 grams salt
• 2 medium apples
• 50 grams light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 large egg
• 15 milliliters water

Directions

Step 1

Warm the milk in a small saucepan until lukewarm, then remove from heat. Dissolve the yeast in the warm milk and let it rest for about 5 minutes or until it becomes frothy.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the milk and yeast mixture, then stir until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.

Step 3

Meanwhile, prepare the butter layer by placing the cold butter between two sheets of parchment paper. Pound it with a rolling pin to form a rectangular slab about 15x20 cm. Chill the butter in the fridge until the dough is ready.

Step 4

Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle about twice the size of the butter slab. Place the butter on one half of the dough and fold the other half over, sealing the edges. Roll the dough into a long rectangle, then fold it into thirds like a letter. Rotate the dough 90 degrees and repeat the rolling and folding process twice more. Chill the dough for at least an hour in the fridge.

Step 5

While the dough is chilling, peel and core the apples, then chop them into small cubes. In a medium saucepan, mix the apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat until the apples are soft and caramelized, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 7

Roll out the chilled dough into a large rectangle, about 25x40 cm. Cut the dough into 8 triangles.

Step 8

Place a spoonful of the apple mixture at the wide end of each triangle. Roll each triangle from the wide end to the narrow point, forming a croissant shape.

Step 9

Arrange the croissants on the prepared baking tray. Beat the egg with a tablespoon of water and brush the tops of the croissants with the egg wash.

Step 10

Bake the croissants in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 11

Cool the croissants slightly before serving warm. Enjoy your homemade apple croissants!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1123.6 grams (1123.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3137

Total Fat 186.50g	239%
Saturated Fat 104.80g	524%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 677mg	226%
Sodium 2177mg	95%
Total Carbohydrate 351.80g	128%
Dietary Fiber 18.40g	66%
Total Sugars 144.70g
Protein 41.70g	83%

Vitamin D 108IU	541%
Calcium 337mg	26%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 1172mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.6%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 43.3%