Chai Latte Croissants
The croissant is one of the most famous pastries in French bakeries, and it can be prepared in countless variations. The Chai Latte Croissant is a special version that combines the warmth and intense flavor of Indian chai spices with the light texture of the classic French pastry. Cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger create the perfect harmony, evoking the spicy aroma of chai latte with every bite. If you like pastries made with exotic, warm spices, you should definitely try this recipe!
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Preparation Steps
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and ground spices (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves).
3
In another bowl, warm the milk until lukewarm. Add the yeast and let it stand for 5 minutes.
4
Add the eggs, lukewarm milk-yeast mixture, and vanilla extract to the flour mixture. Begin to combine.
5
Crumble in the cold butter and knead until you get a smooth and elastic dough.
6
Roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thickness and cut into equal-sized triangles.
7
Roll up the triangles into croissant shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
8
Let the croissants proof for 20 minutes to allow them to become lighter after baking.
9
Brush the tops with egg and bake for 18-20 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
10
Once cooled, sprinkle with a little extra cinnamon or powdered sugar before serving.
