Ham Croissant Rolls Venezuela
Experience the perfect harmony of flaky, buttery pastry and savory ham with these Venezuelan Ham Croissant Rolls—an irresistible twist on a classic treat. Made with layers of rich, laminated dough infused with the goodness of cold butter, these croissants are rolled around thin slices of ham for a flavorful surprise in every bite. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as an indulgent snack, these golden-brown delights are baked to perfection with a glossy egg-wash finish. With a little patience and precision in crafting the dough, you’ll achieve that signature puff and texture that makes these croissants truly unforgettable. Pair them with a cup of coffee or enjoy them on their own as a taste of Venezuela’s comforting baked goods tradition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 10 grams Salt
- 10 grams Instant yeast
- 250 grams Unsalted butter (cold)
- 250 milliliters Milk (warm)
- 1 large Egg
- 200 grams Ham (thinly sliced)
- 1 large Egg (for egg wash)
- 15 milliliters Water (for egg wash)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
Slowly add the warm milk and the egg to the dry ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together. Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
On a clean surface, roll out the cold butter into a rectangle approximately 20x15 cm. Chill it in the refrigerator while the dough rests.
Roll the chilled dough into a rectangle twice the length of the butter rectangle. Place the butter on one half of the dough, fold the other half of the dough over, and seal the edges tightly.
Roll out the dough into a longer rectangle, then fold it into thirds like a letter. This is the first turn. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes. Repeat this process two more times, chilling between turns.
After the final chill, roll the dough out into a large rectangle around 0.5 cm thick. Cut the dough into triangles roughly 15 cm tall and 10 cm wide at the base.
Place a slice or two of ham at the base of each triangle. Roll the dough tightly from the base to the tip to form the croissant shape.
Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space for them to rise. Cover them loosely with a kitchen towel and let rise for 1 hour or until they double in size.
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create the egg wash. Brush this over the risen croissants.
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
Allow the rolls to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the Venezuelan Ham Croissant Rolls warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4460 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 236.5 g | 303% | |
| Saturated Fat | 139.6 g | 698% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1087 mg | 362% | |
| Sodium | 6861 mg | 298% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 454.1 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.8 g | ||
| Protein | 130.8 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.7 mcg | 44% | |
| Calcium | 515 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 28.0 mg | 156% | |
| Potassium | 2085 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
