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Gipfeli Recipe: Swiss Breakfast Pastry

Freshly baked Gipfeli pastries arranged on a white tray with coffee and jam
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A buttery, crescent-shaped Swiss pastry, Gipfeli is similar to a croissant but with a denser texture and less butter. Enjoy them plain or stuffed with sweet or savory fillings.

Ingredients

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  • 500g all-purpose flour
  • 250ml warm milk
  • 50g granulated sugar
  • 7g active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 250g cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)

Optional Fillings:

  • Sweet: Chocolate, Nutella, almond paste, jam
  • Savory: Ham and cheese, spinach and feta

Instructions

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  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix and knead the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast mixture. Knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
  3. Rest the dough: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it double in size (about 1 hour).
  4. Prepare the butter block: Flatten cold butter between two sheets of parchment paper into a rectangle. Chill until ready to laminate.
  5. Laminating: Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, place the butter block in the center, and fold the dough over it like a letter. Roll and fold the dough three times, chilling for 30 minutes between each fold.
  6. Cut and shape: Roll out the laminated dough and cut into triangles. Roll each triangle into a crescent shape.
  7. Proof: Place Gipfeli on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let proof for 45 minutes.
  8. Apply egg wash: Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  9. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Cool and serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy plain or with your favorite filling!

Notes

  • Use cold butter for proper lamination.
  • Be patient during resting and chilling stages for best results.
  • Experiment with different fillings to suit your taste.

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