Gipfeli Recipe
Gipfeli, also known as Swiss croissants, are less buttery but still flaky and delicious. Here’s a simple Gipfeli recipe:
Ingredients:
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold butter (cut into small cubes)
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg (for brushing)
- Optional: jam, cheese, or chocolate (for filling)
Instructions:
- Activate the yeast:
- Warm the milk slightly and mix in the yeast and sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Prepare the dough:
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Add the cold butter to the flour and rub it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Slowly add the yeast mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover the dough and let it rise for 1-2 hours until it doubles in size.
- Shape the Gipfeli:
- Roll out the dough into a large circle, about ¼-inch thick.
- Cut the dough into triangle shapes.
- If using, place filling (jam, cheese, or chocolate) on the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll each triangle from the wide end to the point, forming crescent shapes.
- Proof the Gipfeli:
- Place the rolled Gipfeli on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Let them rise again for 30 minutes.
- Bake the Gipfeli:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush the Gipfeli with a whisked egg to give them a golden color.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve:
- Let the Gipfeli cool slightly and enjoy them with your favorite toppings or fillings.
This Gipfeli recipe is perfect for a cozy breakfast or snack, offering a delicious twist on traditional croissants.
