Name: Chewy Date Croissant with Date Caramel
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 115 min
Ingredients: 250 g all-purpose flour; 50 g whole wheat flour; 60 g unsalted butter, softened; 150 ml whole milk, lukewarm; 20 g sugar; 5 g salt; 7 g instant yeast; 150 g pitted dates, finely chopped; 40 ml water (for caramel); 75 g brown sugar (for caramel); Chopped pistachios for garnish (optional); Flaky sea salt for garnish (optional)

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Chewy Date Croissant with Date Caramel

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Chewy Date Croissant with Date Caramel! This unique pastry offers a chewy texture that beautifully complements the rich sweetness of dates. Finished with a velvety date caramel, these croissants are perfect for an everyday dessert when served in neat portions. Feel free to garnish them with a sprinkle of sea salt or chopped nuts for an added touch. Let your creativity flow as you bring this delicious treat to your kitchen!

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Total Time 1 55

Servings: 8

Course: Pastries Viennoiserie

Cuisine: French

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

250 g all-purpose flour
50 g whole wheat flour
60 g unsalted butter, softened
150 ml whole milk, lukewarm
20 g sugar
5 g salt
7 g instant yeast
150 g pitted dates, finely chopped
40 ml water (for caramel)
75 g brown sugar (for caramel)
Chopped pistachios for garnish optional
Flaky sea salt for garnish optional

Equipment

Heatproof mixing bowl
Food processor or plastic bag & rolling pin (for biscuits)
Baking tray
Pastry brush
Baking tray lined with parchment paper
Food processor (for date caramel)

Method

In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well. Gradually add the lukewarm milk and softened butter, kneading until a smooth dough forms.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 1 cm thick.
Evenly distribute the finely chopped dates across the surface of the rolled-out dough.
Fold the dough in thirds to encase the dates, then roll it out again and cut into triangles. Roll each triangle tightly from the base to the tip to shape into croissants.
Place the shaped croissants on a lined baking tray and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Bake the croissants for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until it reaches a smooth, caramel consistency, about 5–7 minutes.
Drizzle warm date caramel over the baked croissants and garnish with chopped pistachios or a sprinkle of sea salt.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 180IUCalcium: 45mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Don't hesitate to substitute the whole wheat flour with almond flour for a nutty flavor or use honey instead of sugar to enhance the date taste!
These croissants are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for up to 2 days.
If you want to reheat them, simply pop them in the oven for a few minutes to refresh their texture.
Have fun experimenting with different garnishes, and remember, the best croissants are made with love and a little creativity!

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Chewy Date Croissant with Date Caramel