To laminate:
200g Margarine for puff pastry/croissant
Optional:
Flavorings to taste, citrus zest, vanilla, etc. etc.
Procedure:
Combine all the powders in the mixer bowl and start it on low speed, preferably using the dough hook attachment.
Gradually pour in the liquids and increase the speed to medium-high, continuing to mix for 5-6 minutes. Occasionally, with the mixer stopped, scrape the sides of the bowl with a spatula and return the dough to the center.
It is important to obtain a smooth, homogeneous, firm mixture and obviously without lumps.
Meanwhile, roll the margarine into a rectangle, rolling it out to a thickness of about 1 cm. It doesn't need to be an extremely precise rectangle; just a uniform thickness is sufficient. If the room temperature is particularly high, it may be helpful to refrigerate the dough for 3-4 minutes before rolling it out. It's crucial that the dough and the fat have the same consistency and elasticity to avoid cracks or surface breaks that would compromise the final result and the entire process.
Transfer the dough onto the table and, using the rice starch as a dusting, roll it out with a rolling pin to obtain a long, narrow rectangle, 8mm thick. This is enough to insert the margarine block in the centre and cover it with the remaining free dough.
Roll out 2 double turns (four turns) until 8mm thick. Do not pause or rest between turns. Use rice starch only if necessary, and avoid overdoing it, otherwise the dough will dry out too much.
Roll out to 6mm thick and cut out the desired shapes. Don't throw away any dough scraps; divide them and place them in the center of each piece before rolling. Lightly spray the surface of the triangle with water and roll to shape the desired shape, placing it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cover with a bag previously brushed with oil or non-stick spray and let rise as indicated.
Preheat the oven, remove the bag, and bake as directed. If desired, dust the top of the croissant with vanilla-flavored powdered sugar for an even more golden brown finish.
Let them cool on a rack and, once cold, transfer them to the freezer. Croissants can be stored at room temperature for about 48 hours, or up to 30 days at -18°C.
Please note that the indicated baking times and temperatures may vary depending on factors such as the type of equipment used, product sizes, etc., and that the liquids specified in the recipe may need to be adjusted according to the hydration level of the flours and starches used.
Tips & tricks:
The number and type of folds affect the final result: fewer folds = a more developed and airy product, more folds = a less developed product and a "denser" interior.
Leaves cool completely the croissant before cutting it: this way the residual moisture will be redistributed inside the product, allowing the alveoli to be well defined and visible.
Avoid using eggs or milk to brown the croissant's surface: they could compromise the product's proper development during baking. If you'd like a glossy finish, you can brush the croissant, while it's still warm and fresh from the oven, with a syrup made from water, sugar, and vanilla (or citrus zest or other flavoring of your choice).
To enrich the flavor of the croissant, try brushing it, once it has cooled, with melted cocoa butter and sprinkle it with granulated sugar, flaked almonds, chopped hazelnuts or other toppings of your choice!
Disclaimer: the information in this video refers to Angel Mix 2.0, but it is a useful tutorial for preparing this recipe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Questions or concerns? Try reading the answers to frequently asked questions from our customers!
Angel Mix is a concentrated powdered additive that's gluten-free, wheat-free, corn-free, and soy-free, and 100% vegan. It's used to prepare all types of sweet or savory gluten-free puff pastries - both with margarine and/or butter - and other gluten-free baked goods.
Can I make the recipe without Angel Mix?
No, you can't avoid using Angel Mix. Without this precious ingredient, you'll get a completely different result and, more importantly, an unusable dough, risking wasting time and precious resources.
With croissant dough or puff pastry, what else can I make?
Our recipes are intended as starting points, designed to help you develop your own customized solutions or to create a wide variety of other products.
With croissant dough, you can prepare Danish pastries, Pain au chocolat, sweet or savory filled pastries, and more. With puff pastry, you can make mini pizzas, cream horns, savory pies, vol-au-vent, and many other preparations.
What can I dust my work surface with to prevent the dough from sticking?
For laminated doughs, such as puff pastry, croissants, etc., it is IMPERATIVE to use rice starch, tapioca starch, or potato starch, in that order. Avoid using flour of any type or grain size, as it alters the composition of the dough, making it dry and creating micro-cracks on the surface.
For bread, pizza dough, etc., it is recommended to use any type of starch, but it is also possible to use very fine grain glutenfree flour.
In any case, it is recommended to use only the amount strictly necessary for the preparation and to remove the excess, especially when preparing puff pastry doughs.
Why don't you use cornstarch in recipes?
Because we want to offer an alternative to the usual ready-to-use industrial mixes, which are largely composed of corn starch.
Proposing recipes based on this same ingredient would be inconsistent with our vision.
Of course, those who prefer can substitute cornstarch for potato starch. It's a cheap and easy-to-find ingredient, but it tends to dry out the products more quickly.
Do I need a mixer?
Yes, while it's possible to prepare the dough by hand or with household appliances, it's highly recommended to use a mixer, even a non-professional one, as long as it's powerful enough to properly prepare the dough.
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