Description
Golden Pistachio Croissants are a delightful twist on the classic pastry, perfect for any occasion. These flaky croissants are filled with a rich pistachio cream and topped with chopped nuts, creating a treat that is not only delicious but also visually stunning. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or indulging in a weekend breakfast, these croissants will impress your guests and elevate your meal to gourmet status. With their irresistible nutty flavor and perfectly flaky texture, they make for an elegant dessert or a luxurious snack.
Ingredients
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- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2.5 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup sourdough starter
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup milk
- 12 oz unsalted butter (for layering)
- 4 tbsp pistachio paste
- 2 cups milk (for cream filling)
- 3 tbsp chopped pistachios
- 1/2 tsp almond essence
- 1/2 tsp yeast
- green food coloring
Instructions
- In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, salt, sourdough starter, water, milk, melted butter, almond essence, and yeast. Mix until fully combined.
- Knead the dough until smooth. Shape into a ball, let rise in a warm place for about 2 hours until doubled in size, then refrigerate for an hour.
- Roll out the chilled dough into a rectangle and encase cold unsalted butter within it by folding the dough over.
- Roll out again to create layers and cut triangles from the dough. Place pistachio paste at the base of each triangle before rolling up tightly.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake croissants on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (70g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg