CHRISTMAS MORNING CROISSANTS

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Growing up in France, we often enjoyed buttery croissants for breakfast with steaming cups of hot chocolate. I've tried to re-create the experience for my family with this recipe, and now, it's a Christmas tradition. -Tish Stevenson, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 32 rolls.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1-1/4 cups cold butter, divided
5 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 cup evaporated milk
2 eggs
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; let stand for 5 minutes. Melt 1/4 cup butter; set aside. Combine 1 cup flour, sugar and salt; add to yeast mixture. Add the milk, 1 egg and melted butter; beat until smooth. , Place remaining flour in a large bowl; cut in remaining butter until crumbly. Add yeast mixture; mix well. Do not knead. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead about six times. Divide dough into four pieces. Roll each piece into a 16-in. circle; cut each circle into eight wedges. , Roll up wedges from the wide ends and place point side down 3 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Curve ends to form crescents. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour. , Beat water and remaining egg; brush over rolls. Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

Mohamed Jalloh
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These croissants were a bit expensive to make, but they were worth it.


robert schaffer
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I'm not a baker, but these croissants were easy to make.


Maxwell Rochette
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These croissants were perfect for my holiday party. Everyone loved them!


I’m on your Tv
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I'm going to try making these croissants with a different glaze next time.


Gregory Aviles jr
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These croissants were so good that I ate them all in one sitting.


Momina Sajal
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I'm going to try making these croissants in a bread machine next time.


Poonamsaud Saud
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These croissants were a bit too dry for my taste.


Altangerel Enhmargad
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I'm going to try making these croissants with a different filling next time.


Renu Chhetri
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These croissants were a lot of work, but they were worth it. They were so delicious!


Sabalamuzi Swazi
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my croissants didn't look like the ones in the picture.


Skylar Washington
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These croissants are perfect for a special occasion breakfast or brunch.


santosh25 bishwokarma
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I'm going to try making these croissants again soon. I think I just need to adjust the recipe a little bit.


Fawad Tawad
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Overall, I thought these croissants were pretty good. I would recommend them to others.


Leena Naji
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The glaze on these croissants was too thick and sticky. It made them hard to eat.


Mohammod amirali Amir ali
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I had a hard time getting the croissants to rise. They didn't turn out as flaky as I would have liked.


Tara Dhungel
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These croissants were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.


Armas Misal
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I'm not a huge fan of croissants, but these were really good. The filling was especially tasty.


Abuzer Hasham
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These croissants were delicious! I made them for my family on Christmas morning, and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them.


Susantha Kumara
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I've made these croissants several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. The flavor is amazing!


Rebekha Zelalem
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These croissants were a hit on Christmas morning! They were light, flaky, and buttery. The filling was sweet and tangy, and the glaze added a nice finishing touch. I will definitely be making these again next year.


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