Gipfeli Recipe Swiss Croissants
Looking for a light, flaky breakfast treat? This Gipfeli Recipe (Swiss Croissants) is perfect for adding a European touch to your morning! Popular throughout Switzerland, Gipfeli are the Swiss take on croissants — less buttery than the French version but just as fluffy and delicious.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Rolling Pin
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Pastry brush
- Dough scraper (optional)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Plastic wrap or kitchen towel
- Oven
Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 cup warm milk not hot
- 1 egg for dough
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 1 egg for egg wash
- Optional fillings: Swiss cheese chocolate, or ham