How difficult is it to prepare Kouign-Amann?

This recipe has a Intermediate difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.

How long does it take to prepare Kouign-Amann?

The preparation time is 60 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.

How many people does this recipe serve?

This recipe is designed for 8 servings.

Can I substitute some ingredients?

Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.

How should I store this preparation?

Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Desserts • 17 de Oct de 2023

Recipe of Kouign-Amann

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Kouign-Amann is a sweet Breton cake made with laminated dough. It is a round multi-layered cake, originally made with bread dough, containing layers of butter and incorporated sugar, similar in fashion to puff pastry albeit with fewer layers.

Recipe Summary

Preparation

60 min

Servings

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour 1 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup warm water 1 ¼ cups unsalted butter, cold and thinly sliced 1 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for dusting

Instructions

Step 1

Dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Pour the yeast mixture over it and stir to form a sticky dough.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth. Shape it into a rectangle, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 4

Roll out the chilled dough into a large rectangle. Place half of the butter slices on the top two-thirds of the dough and fold the bottom third over the butter. Fold the top third down to cover the butter.