No-Fold, No-Machine Croissants: The Stacking Butter Technique That Actually Works

A practical home-baking guide showing how to make flaky croissants without traditional lamination folding or special equipment. The method uses a clever dough-stacking technique with high-fat butter to achieve layers, then shapes and bakes 12 croissants to golden perfection. Great for beginner bakers who want real croissants without the intimidating process.

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๐Ÿงพ Ingredients

  • 1300g (2 cups) bread flour
  • 25g (1/2 tablespoon) instant yeast
  • 325g (2 tablespoons) sugar
  • 41 egg (approx. 40g)
  • 5145ml milk
  • 63g (1/2 teaspoon) salt
  • 720g unsalted butter
  • 8100g unsalted butter (for layering, min. 82% fat content)
  • 91 egg yolk (for egg wash)
  • 101 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
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