Breakfast Pastries
This guide will walk you through creating flaky, buttery breakfast pastries like croissants, Danish pastries, or puff pastry twists right in your kitchen. Though it takes time and patience, homemade pastries reward you with an unmatched freshness and flavor that’s worth every step!
Notes
Essential Equipment for Pastry-Making
Before diving into recipes, it’s important to have the right tools:- Rolling Pin: Essential for evenly rolling dough.
- Pastry Brush: For brushing egg wash, which gives pastries a golden crust.
- Baking Sheets and Parchment Paper: Ensure even baking and easy cleanup.
- Stand Mixer: Optional but helpful for kneading dough, especially for laminated pastries.
Step-by-Step Pastry Dough Recipe (Base Dough)
To make a variety of breakfast pastries, you’ll need a base dough. Here’s a basic recipe for laminated dough:| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Flour | 2 cups |
| Butter (chilled) | 1 cup |
| Yeast | 2 tsp |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp |
| Salt | 1/2 tsp |
| Milk | 3/4 cup |
- Mix Dough: Combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Gradually add milk and knead until a smooth dough forms.
- Laminating: Roll out the dough, then fold in butter to create layers.
- Resting: Allow the dough to chill between laminations to retain flakiness.
- Baking: Use an egg wash to give a golden finish. Bake at 375°F until the pastry is flaky and golden.