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Croissant — traditional dish from Paris, France
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Nutritional Values

🔥250kcal
💪5gProtein
🌾28gCarbs
🥑14gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️1 croissant (60 g)Serving

* Per serving · 1 croissant (60 g). May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥛 Dairy

Croissant

How to order / say it
Say it Croissant — [krwah-sawn]
Order I'd like a croissant, please.
Locally Je voudrais un croissant, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally

A flaky, buttery crescent-shaped pastry.

Why try it?

The croissant is a quintessential part of French breakfast and cafe culture, representing Paris's dedication to creating elegance from simplicity.

How it tastes

Crisp and golden on the outside with a tender, buttery interior, possessing a lightness that complements its rich flavor.

Origin & History — first documented: 1920

Inspired by the Austrian kipferl, the croissant became popular in Paris in the early 20th century after Marie Antoinette introduced it. Its refined, laminated dough technique captivated French bakers and it soon became a staple.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 250 g all-purpose flour
  • 🥛 150 g butter
  • 🥛 100 ml milk
  • 🌾 7 g yeast
  • 🍯 25 g sugar
  • 🧂 5 g salt

Method

  1. 1 Mix flour, sugar, and salt; add yeast and milk.
  2. 2 Roll out dough, layer with butter, fold and chill.
  3. 3 Repeat folding process to create layers.
  4. 4 Shape into crescents and bake until golden brown.

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