CHRISTMAS MORNING CROISSANTS

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Make and share this Christmas Morning Croissants recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Suzie_Q

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 45m

Yield 32 rolls, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110 degrees to 115 degrees)
1 1/4 cups cold butter, divided
5 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 cup evaporated milk
2 eggs
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; let stand 5 minutes.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter; set aside.
  • Combine 1 cup flour, sugar and salt; add to yeast mixture. Add the milk, 1 egg and melted butter; beat until smooth.
  • Place remaining flour in a large bowl; cut in remaining butter until crumbly. Add yeast mixture; mix well. Do not knead.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead about six times.
  • Roll each piece into a 16 inch circle; cut each circle into eight wedges.
  • Roll up wedges from wide ends and place point side down 3 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Curve ends to form cresent.
  • Cover and let rise in a warm place for an hour.
  • Beat water and remaining egg; brush over rolls.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.1, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 68, Sodium 343, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 6.1

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