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Croissant Bread Loaf

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This Croissant Bread Loaf combines the rich, buttery layers of a croissant with the soft, sliceable texture of sandwich bread. Perfect for toast, French toast, or gourmet sandwiches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 2–3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 2/3 cup cold butter (for laminating)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. In a stand mixer bowl, whisk together warm milk, yeast, and honey. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add softened butter, 2 cups flour, and salt. Mix with dough hook. Add more flour as needed until dough pulls away from bowl.
  3. Knead dough for 5 minutes, then transfer to an oiled bowl and cover. Let rise at room temperature for 1 hour until doubled.
  4. Roll out risen dough into a 9×14-inch rectangle on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  5. Layer half the sliced cold butter over the center third of the dough. Fold one side over, then add the rest of the butter, and fold the other side over.
  6. Roll the dough into a 9×14-inch rectangle, fold like a letter, then refrigerate for 20 minutes. Repeat the rolling and folding 2 more times, chilling in between.
  7. Roll dough into a 9-inch log and place into a greased loaf pan. Cover and let rise until slightly above the pan rim.
  8. Preheat oven to 375°F. Score loaf, brush with egg wash, and bake uncovered for 10 minutes.
  9. Cover with foil and bake another 20 minutes until golden brown and internal temp reaches 190°F.
  10. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use cold, sliceable butter for proper lamination.
  • Chill dough between folds to maintain clean layers.
  • Egg wash twice for extra glossy crust.
  • If dough becomes sticky, chill again before rolling.
  • Use leftovers for French toast or bread pudding.

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