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Matcha and White Chocolate Croissants

2023-02-20 - Written by: Colette Dupont

Matcha and White Chocolate Croissants

Flaky croissants infused with the bright, grassy flavor of matcha green tea and swirled with white chocolate.

Matcha and White Chocolate Croissants

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups warm milk (105°F to 115°F)
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup matcha powder
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
  • White chocolate chips or shavings, for garnish

Instructions:

Step 1: Make the Dough

In a small bowl, combine warm milk and melted butter. Stir until dissolved.

Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.

Step 3: Add Egg and Milk Mixture

Add the egg and milk mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 4: Knead the Dough

Turn out the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 5: Rest the Dough

Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest at room temperature for 1 hour.

Step 6: Roll Out the Dough

Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch (6 mm).

Step 7: Cut Out Croissants

Cut out croissant shapes using a pastry cutter or the edge of a knife.

Step 8: Make Matcha Filling

In a separate bowl, whisk together matcha powder and sugar. Add melted white chocolate and mix until smooth.

Step 9: Assemble Croissants

Roll out each piece of dough to a long rectangle. Place a small amount of matcha filling at one end of the dough, leaving a 1-inch border on either side.

Fold the dough over the filling to form a croissant shape.

Step 10: Proof and Bake

Place the croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about 1 inch (2.5 cm) between each pastry.

Proof at room temperature for 1 hour or until slightly puffed.

Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 11: Serve

Dust with confectioners' sugar and garnish with white chocolate chips or shavings.

Serve warm and enjoy!