Gipfeli Recipe – Swiss Croissants
Gipfeli, the Swiss version of croissants, are buttery, flaky pastries with a light, airy texture. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat, they are easy to make at home and require just a few basic ingredients.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rolling Pin
- - Baking Sheet
- - Parchment Paper
- - Pastry Brush
- Knife or pizza cutter
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet 7g instant yeast
- 3 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup warm milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter chilled and cubed
- 1 egg for egg wash
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough – In a bowl, mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm milk and mix until a dough forms. Knead for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Incorporate Butter – Roll the dough into a rectangle, place butter cubes inside, and fold the dough over. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll and Fold – Roll out the dough, fold it in thirds, and repeat this step two more times to create flaky layers. Chill between folds.
- Shape the Gipfeli – Roll out the dough into a large circle, cut it into triangles, and roll each triangle from the base to the tip to form a crescent shape.
- Final Rise – Place on a baking sheet, cover, and let them rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
- Bake – Brush with beaten egg and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve – Let them cool slightly before serving with butter, jam, or honey.
Notes
For extra flaky layers, chill the dough between each fold.
Substitute whole wheat flour for a healthier version.
Add chocolate or almond filling for variety.
Substitute whole wheat flour for a healthier version.
Add chocolate or almond filling for variety.
