WW Homemade Croissants

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The WW Homemade Croissants are a tasty snack. They have 190 calories and take two hours and 30 minutes to make. Serve your recipe at feasts, lunches, festivals, breakfasts, functions, events, or dinners. This recipe contains all-purpose flour, salt, instant yeast, sugar, low-fat milk, olive oil, cold light butter, egg, & water. We may pair your dish with a strawberry jam croissant, egg and cheese croissant, black coffee, cappuccino, fresh fruit salad, green salad bowl, or fresh orange juice. You may keep this recipe in the refrigerator for three days. Preparing these WW Homemade Croissants are very easy because the instructions are clear.

STATS:

  • Total time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Course: Snack
  • Serving size: 1 croissant
  • Calories: 190 kcal
  • Prep time: 25 minutes
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Cook time: 18-22 minutes
  • Serving: 8 croissants
  • Cuisine: French

EQUIPMENT:

  • Oven
  • Measuring spoons
  • Baking paper
  • Clean kitchen towel
  • Measuring cups
  • Knife
  • Baking tray
  • Rolling pin
  • Mixing bowl

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • One tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • One packet instant yeast
  • ¾ cup warm low-fat milk
  • Two tbsp olive oil
  • 1 egg
  • Half cup cold light butter
  • 1 tbsp water

INGREDIENT NOTES:

ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR:

  • We use this as the main base of your dough to give structure and make soft layers inside the croissants. The gluten in it helps to stretch the dough during rolling. You may utilize whole wheat flour for more fiber and nutrition, as per your choice.

SUGAR:

  • Sugar gives light sweetness to your dough and helps it rise. During baking, sugar gives a golden-brown color on the outside. Maple syrup is a good alternative for your recipe.

INSTANT YEAST:

  • Instant yeast rises your dough and makes it light. It makes tiny airy pockets inside your dough to make croissants fluffy after baking. Use active dry yeast as per your choice.

WARM LOW-FAT MILK:

  • It provides moisture to your dough; using low-fat milk keeps the recipe lighter and makes tender croissants. We may use almond milk as another idea.

WATER:

  • We use a small amount of water with the egg to make your egg wash thinner for even brushing. This avoids thick patches on your croissants and makes a smooth golden finish. You may use vegan milk or cream as an alternative.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, you will mix warm milk, yeast, and sugar in a bowl, then let it rest for ten minutes.
  2. Include salt, flour, and olive oil, and mix to make a soft dough.
  3. We will knead the dough for 7 minutes, then cover it & let it rise for 60 minutes.
  4. Then roll your dough into a rectangle and spread cold butter slices over it.
  5. Now fold it into layers like letters and roll again; repeat folding 2-3 times.
  6. Cut the dough into a triangle shape and place it on the tray to let it rest for 20 minutes.
  7. Lastly, brush your dough with egg wash and bake for 22 minutes at 180°C.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

BREAKFAST:

  • Fresh Fruit Salad
  • Greek Yogurt Parfait
  • Scrambled Eggs
  • Vegetable Omelet
  • Berry Yogurt Bowl

BRUNCH:

  • Smoked Salmon Platter
  • Avocado Tomato Salad
  • Fresh Berry Platter
  • Caprese Salad
  • Egg and Vegetable Frittata

SWEET:

  • Fresh Strawberries
  • Blueberry Compote
  • Light Berry Jam
  • Honey Yogurt
  • Cinnamon Apples

SAVORY:

  • Turkey and Egg Scramble
  • Lean Chicken Salad
  • Cottage Cheese and Tomatoes
  • Turkey Breast and Cucumber
  • Light Cream Cheese and Cucumber

DRINKS:

  • Black Coffee
  • Cappuccino
  • Green Tea
  • Herbal Tea
  • Fresh Orange Juice

TIPS:

  • Use cold butter while folding the dough so the layers do not stick.
  • Chill the dough if it becomes soft while folding.
  • Cut the triangles with sharp knife for better shape.
  • Brush the dough lightly with egg wash to make the smooth golden crust.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Store the croissants in the container for three days.

FREEZER:

  • Wrap them separately then freeze in the box for two months.

FAQs:

Can I make these croissants earlier?

  • Yes, you may prepare the dough early and refrigerate till needed to bake.

Why do the croissants spread when we bake them?

  • Too warm butter often makes them spread; use cold butter for better results.

Can I include salted butter in this recipe?

  • Yes, you may add it but then reduce the amount of salt in the dough.

How to raise the croissants well?

  • Activate the yeast properly, chill the dough, and use mild milk for better rising.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Iron: 1.1 mg

Net carbs: 22 grams

Total carbs: 24 g

Fiber: 1.2 grams

Protein: 4 g

Calcium: 35 milligrams

Sodium: 180 milligrams

Vitamin A: 120 IU

Calories: 190 kcal

Potassium: 70 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 6- 7 WW points