Lemon Croissants
4 servings
50 minutes
Lemon croissants are a delicate and airy treat filled with the aroma of fresh lemon. Their origin can be linked to home baking, where simple ingredients transform into an exquisite dessert. Greek yogurt gives the dough a special softness, while butter adds a rich flavor. Lemon zest and juice add a light tanginess, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and freshness. These croissants make a wonderful addition to morning coffee or tea and are also an exquisite treat for family evenings. They are served warm, sometimes dusted with powdered sugar to highlight the sweetness of the dough. Preparing them is not difficult but requires care in shaping to achieve the classic form. They evoke a sense of coziness and warmth, reminiscent of grandmother's kitchen.
1
Prepare all necessary ingredients.
2
In a bowl, add yogurt, soft butter, 1 egg and 1 egg white, sugar, vanilla sugar, a pinch of salt, and lemon zest.
- Greek yogurt: 250 g
- Butter: 80 g
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Sugar: 100 g
- Vanilla sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: pinch
- Lemon: 1 piece
3
Mix
4
Add half of the total amount of flour.
- Wheat flour: 500 g
5
Mix and pour the juice of a whole lemon.
- Lemon: 1 piece
6
Add the remaining flour and baking powder.
- Wheat flour: 500 g
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
7
Knead the dough and place it in a bag. Put it in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
8
After 20 minutes, roll out the dough to a thickness of 2-3 mm.
9
Cut out a circle and slice it into triangles.
10
Twist each triangle from the wide part to the narrow part.
11
Place in a baking dish and brush with the remaining yolk.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
12
Bake in an oven preheated to 180 degrees for 20 minutes.