Nut-Free Pistachio Croissant

Delight in the luxurious flakiness of a Nut-Free Pistachio Croissant, a creative twist on the classic French pastry. Perfectly golden and buttery, these croissants are infused with a nut-free pistachio flavoring, delivering the signature taste of pistachios without the allergens. Crafted with a rich, laminated dough that’s folded and chilled to airy perfection, these pastries boast an irresistible balance of crisp, flaky layers and soft, pillowy centers. A hint of yellow food coloring adds a visually stunning touch that mimics the natural tones of pistachios. Ideal for brunch spreads or as a show-stopping breakfast treat, these croissants are freshly baked and best enjoyed warm from the oven. Whether you're catering to nut-free dietary needs or simply looking to try something unique, this recipe offers all the indulgence with none of the compromise.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:180 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 500 g All-purpose flour
• 300 g Unsalted butter
• 10 g Salt
• 50 g Sugar
• 15 g Instant yeast
• 250 ml Whole milk
• 1 Egg
• 5 ml Pistachio flavoring (nut-free)
• 2 drops Yellow food coloring (optional)
• 1 Egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tbsp Water (for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

Mix the flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Warm the milk until lukewarm, then add the room-temperature butter and egg, mixing well.

Step 3

Gradually incorporate the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until a dough forms.

Step 4

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place (about 70°F) for 1 hour until doubled in size.

Step 6

Deflate the dough lightly, shape it into a rectangular block, and let it chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

Step 7

For the butter layer, cut 250g of chilled butter into a rectangle and place it between two sheets of parchment paper. Roll it into a 20x15 cm sheet.

Step 8

Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator, roll it out into a 30x20 cm rectangle, and place the butter sheet in the center, folding the dough over the butter like an envelope.

Step 9

Roll the dough to create a larger rectangle, fold it into thirds like a letter, cover it, and chill for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Repeat the roll, fold, and chill process two more times.

Step 11

After the final chill, roll the dough into a long strip approximately 20x60 cm and cut it into equal triangles.

Step 12

Add pistachio flavoring and optional food coloring by brushing a thin layer onto each triangle before rolling them into croissant shapes.

Step 13

Place croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them rise for 45 minutes.

Step 14

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 15

Make the egg wash by beating together 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of water, then brush the tops of the croissants.

Step 16

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

Step 17

Let them cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1253 grams (1253.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4575

Total Fat 282.80g	363%
Saturated Fat 159.00g	795%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 1077mg	359%
Sodium 4247mg	185%
Total Carbohydrate 452.80g	165%
Dietary Fiber 17.90g	64%
Total Sugars 65.10g
Protein 80.80g	162%

Vitamin D 202IU	1012%
Calcium 507mg	39%
Iron 26mg	143%
Potassium 1289mg	27%

*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: 54.4%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 38.7%