Kouign-Amann Recipe

[frustratedcook]

Hey baking buddies! Ever heard of Kouign-Amann? It's a delightful Breton pastry that's sure to impress. Picture layers of buttery dough, caramelized to perfection, creating a crispy yet tender treat. Intrigued? Let's dive into the recipe!

Ingredients:​

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a bowl, mix the flour and salt. Dissolve the yeast in warm water and add it to the flour mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
   • Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth, then shape it into a ball. Place it in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise for 1 hour.
2. Prepare the Butter Block:
   • Roll out the softened butter between two sheets of parchment paper to form a square about 1/4 inch thick.
   • Chill the butter in the refrigerator until firm.
3. Assemble the Kouign-Amann:
   • Roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
   • Place the chilled butter block on one half of the dough and fold the other half over it, like a book.
   • Roll out the dough again into a rectangle, then fold it into thirds like a letter.
   • Repeat the rolling and folding process twice more, chilling the dough in between folds as needed.
4. Shape and Bake:
   • Roll out the dough one final time into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the surface.
   • Roll up the dough tightly from one end, then slice it into 1-inch-thick rounds.
   • Place the rounds in a greased muffin tin or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
   • Let the dough rise for 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Bake the Kouign-Amann for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and caramelized.
   • Let them cool slightly before enjoying the crispy, caramelized layers!

 

[bhella]

This sounds incredible! I think a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar on top would be lovely though. How long does it usually take you to make?

 

[SilentSeeker]

This is new to me.. but it looks lovely! thanks for the recipe!

 

[Kerful13]

I always saw this pastry in a well-known coffee shop and always wondering what it tastes like! haha

 

[Prel]

Hey baking buddies! Ever heard of Kouign-Amann? It's a delightful Breton pastry that's sure to impress. Picture layers of buttery dough, caramelized to perfection, creating a crispy yet tender treat. Intrigued? Let's dive into the recipe!
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Ingredients:​

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a bowl, mix the flour and salt. Dissolve the yeast in warm water and add it to the flour mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
   • Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth, then shape it into a ball. Place it in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise for 1 hour.
2. Prepare the Butter Block:
   • Roll out the softened butter between two sheets of parchment paper to form a square about 1/4 inch thick.
   • Chill the butter in the refrigerator until firm.
3. Assemble the Kouign-Amann:
   • Roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
   • Place the chilled butter block on one half of the dough and fold the other half over it, like a book.
   • Roll out the dough again into a rectangle, then fold it into thirds like a letter.
   • Repeat the rolling and folding process twice more, chilling the dough in between folds as needed.
4. Shape and Bake:
   • Roll out the dough one final time into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the surface.
   • Roll up the dough tightly from one end, then slice it into 1-inch-thick rounds.
   • Place the rounds in a greased muffin tin or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
   • Let the dough rise for 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Bake the Kouign-Amann for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and caramelized.
   • Let them cool slightly before enjoying the crispy, caramelized layers!

Sounds amazing! I've never tried making Kouign-Amann before, but your description has me eager to give it a shot. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

 

[Rain]

Hey baking buddies! Ever heard of Kouign-Amann? It's a delightful Breton pastry that's sure to impress. Picture layers of buttery dough, caramelized to perfection, creating a crispy yet tender treat. Intrigued? Let's dive into the recipe!
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Ingredients:​

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a bowl, mix the flour and salt. Dissolve the yeast in warm water and add it to the flour mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
   • Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth, then shape it into a ball. Place it in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise for 1 hour.
2. Prepare the Butter Block:
   • Roll out the softened butter between two sheets of parchment paper to form a square about 1/4 inch thick.
   • Chill the butter in the refrigerator until firm.
3. Assemble the Kouign-Amann:
   • Roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
   • Place the chilled butter block on one half of the dough and fold the other half over it, like a book.
   • Roll out the dough again into a rectangle, then fold it into thirds like a letter.
   • Repeat the rolling and folding process twice more, chilling the dough in between folds as needed.
4. Shape and Bake:
   • Roll out the dough one final time into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the surface.
   • Roll up the dough tightly from one end, then slice it into 1-inch-thick rounds.
   • Place the rounds in a greased muffin tin or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
   • Let the dough rise for 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Bake the Kouign-Amann for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and caramelized.
   • Let them cool slightly before enjoying the crispy, caramelized layers!

I've been dying to try making Kouign-Amann! This recipe looks perfect. Thanks for sharing!