Introduction

Indulge in the buttery, flaky goodness of homemade croissants filled with rich, decadent caramel sauce. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a special treat, these croissants combine the delicate layers of classic French pastry with the irresistible sweetness of caramel. Though they require a bit of technique, the reward is a bakery-quality delight right from your kitchen.

Ingredients

For the dough:

4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour

1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed

1 cup (240ml) whole milk, warm

¼ cup (50g) sugar

2 ¼ tsp (7g) active dry yeast

1 tsp (5g) salt

1 large egg (for dough)

1 large egg + 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)

For the caramel filling:

1 cup (200g) sugar

6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter

½ cup (120ml) heavy cream

½ tsp salt (optional, for salted caramel)

How to Make