Kouign-amann

Recipe by Chef Sylvain - Long live pastry!

Kouign-amann is a Breton specialty rich in butter and sugar, halfway between a croissant and caramel. This homemade version follows the classic steps of yeasted dough, lamination, and oven baking to achieve a molten center and a caramelized crust.

MediumFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
2h 40m
Prep
45m
Cook
25m
Cleanup
3h 50m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$3.22
Per serving:$0.40

Critical Success Points

  • Forming a homogeneous dough during kneading
  • Preparing the cold butter and incorporating it with the sugar
  • Lamination without resting between turns to achieve the layers
  • Brushing and scoring before baking
  • Baking at 180 °C until perfect caramel coloration

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven with kitchen gloves.
  • Melted butter and caramel are very hot; avoid splatters.
  • Use a sharp knife for the cuts to avoid slipping.

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