Delightful Breakfast Pastries
Breakfast pastries are a global morning favorite that bring joy to every table. From flaky croissants to sweet danishes and airy beignets, these treats offer a mix of tradition, innovation, and indulgence. They brighten mornings with diverse flavors and cultural richness.
Equipment
- - Mixing bowls
- Rolling Pin
- - Pastry brush
- - Baking sheets
- - Oven or fryer
- - Stand mixer (optional)
Ingredients
- #### Croissants
- - 4 cups all-purpose flour
- - 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- - 1 cup warm milk
- - 1/4 cup sugar
- - 1 teaspoon salt
- - 1 cup unsalted butter cold
- #### Danish Pastries
- - 2 cups all-purpose flour
- - 1/2 cup milk
- - 1/2 cup softened butter
- - 1/4 cup sugar
- - 1 egg
- #### Beignets
- - 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- - 3/4 cup warm milk
- - 3/4 cup sugar
- - 2 tablespoons butter
- - Oil for frying
Instructions
- #### Croissants
- Mix flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and warm milk to form a dough.
- Roll out and layer with butter. Fold and chill repeatedly for flaky layers.
- Shape into crescents and bake at 400°F for 15-20 minutes.
- #### Danish Pastries
- Prepare a buttery dough and allow it to rise.
- Roll, fold, and shape the dough into desired designs.
- Fill with cream cheese, fruit, or nuts. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.
- #### Beignets
- Combine yeast, milk, sugar, and butter. Add flour to form a dough.
- Roll out and cut into squares. Fry in hot oil (350°F) until golden.
- Dust with powdered sugar or add fruit toppings.