Description
Light, golden, and slightly crisp, Swiss Gipfeli are a delightful crescent-shaped pastry perfect for breakfast or a snack. Enjoy them plain, with butter, or with jam!
Ingredients
• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)
• 1 large egg
• 5 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
Instructions
1. Mix warm milk, yeast, and sugar, letting it sit until foamy.
2. Combine flour, salt, and yeast mixture. Add egg and butter, kneading until smooth.
3. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
4. Roll dough into a circle, cut into triangles, and roll into crescents.
5. Let rise for 30 minutes.
6. Brush with egg wash and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-20 minutes.
7. Cool slightly and enjoy!
Notes
• Best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 2 days.
• Serve with jam, butter, or chocolate spread.
• For a richer taste, substitute some butter with heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swiss
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Gipfeli
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Swiss Gipfeli, crescent rolls, buttery pastries, Swiss breakfast