Easy Kids' Croissant Baking: A Fun Kindergarten Masterclass Recipe

Name: Easy Kids' Croissant Baking: A Fun Kindergarten Masterclass Recipe
Prep time: 18 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 33 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 package Pre-made Croissant Dough (Store-bought puff pastry or ready-to-bake croissant dough, typically 8-12 pieces); 1 large Egg (Beaten, for egg wash); 1/4 cup Chocolate Chips (optional) (For filling, or other preferred sweet fillings like jam)

Join our little chefs in a fun kindergarten masterclass learning to bake delicious croissants. This easy recipe guides children through preparing their own yummy pastries, perfect for sharing with family. A wonderful introduction to cooking and culinary vocabulary!

#Croissant

#Baking

#Kids Recipe

#Easy Pastry

#Kindergarten Activity

#Sweet Treat

Young chefs preparing dough

Recipe Information

18m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

33m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

French

English

Nutrition (per serving)

250

Calories

Protein

25g

Carbs

15g

Fat

Kids rolling croissant shapes

Ingredients

Pre-made Croissant Dough
(Store-bought puff pastry or ready-to-bake croissant dough, typically 8-12 pieces)
1 package
Egg
(Beaten, for egg wash)
1 large

Chocolate Chips (optional)
(For filling, or other preferred sweet fillings like jam)
1 cup

Servings: 8

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Unbaked croissants on a tray

Instructions

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Gather your baking supplies and put on an apron. Ensure hands are clean and the workspace is tidy, ready for a fun baking session.
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Gather your baking supplies and put on an apron. Ensure hands are clean and the workspace is tidy, ready for a fun baking session.
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Safety first! Always have an adult supervise when baking.
2
Carefully unroll the pre-made croissant dough onto a lightly floured surface or parchment paper. If the dough comes in a sheet, you might need to cut it into triangles as shown in the video.
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Carefully unroll the pre-made croissant dough onto a lightly floured surface or parchment paper. If the dough comes in a sheet, you might need to cut it into triangles as shown in the video.
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Handle the dough gently to keep it light and airy. Use a blunt knife or plastic cutter for kids.

3
At the wider end of each dough triangle, place a small amount of optional filling (like chocolate chips). Roll the dough tightly from the wide end towards the pointed tip to form the classic croissant shape.
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At the wider end of each dough triangle, place a small amount of optional filling (like chocolate chips). Roll the dough tightly from the wide end towards the pointed tip to form the classic croissant shape.
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Don't overfill, or it might leak during baking. Pinch the ends slightly to seal them.
4
Arrange the shaped croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Using a pastry brush, gently brush the tops of each croissant with the beaten egg wash. This gives them a beautiful golden-brown color.
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Arrange the shaped croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Using a pastry brush, gently brush the tops of each croissant with the beaten egg wash. This gives them a beautiful golden-brown color.
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Be gentle with the egg wash to avoid deflating the dough.
5
Bake the croissants in a preheated oven (check package instructions for exact temperature, usually around 180-200°C or 350-400°F) for 15-20 minutes, or until they are puffed up and golden brown.
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Bake the croissants in a preheated oven (check package instructions for exact temperature, usually around 180-200°C or 350-400°F) for 15-20 minutes, or until they are puffed up and golden brown.
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Keep an eye on them towards the end of baking as ovens can vary. Adult supervision is crucial.

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Once baked, carefully remove the croissants from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before enjoying. Share your delicious creations with family and friends!
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Once baked, carefully remove the croissants from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before enjoying. Share your delicious creations with family and friends!
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Croissants are best enjoyed warm on the day they are baked.