This Starbucks Style Apple Croissant is exactly as described, being buttery, crispy layers, combined with a hint of apple, both of which make for a great beginning to the day. This blog is going to show you how to make a Starbucks at home with very little effort and time, all you need are a handful of ingredients and a little bit of patience. Well, let me preach a bit before un-leashing the baker in you!

Ingredients

1. Frozen Croissant Dough (the exact measure of the yield is not given you may buy one package of frozen croissant dough if you are not inclined to make it at home)
2. 2 medium sized apples, peeled cored and cut longitudinally into thin pieces
3. 1/4 cup granulated sugar
4. 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
5. 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
6. 1/4 tsp salt
7. We also use one tablespoon of melted unsalted butter.
8. 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Equipment

1. Baking sheet
2. This can either be done using parchement paper or a silicone baking mat.
3. Mixing bowl
4. Pastry brush
5. Rolling pin
6. Sharp knife or apple slicer
7. Mixing spoons

Step 1: Preparing the Apple Filling

In a separate bowl, add the sliced apples, the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt together in a bowl. Then just stir it well until you’ve beaten every slice of apple with the sugar-cinnamon blend. Allow it to stand for about 10 – 15 minutes, during which the natural juices from the apples mix with the sugar.

Step 2: Preparing the Croissants

If you are using frozen croissant dough they should be left to thaw in the refrigerator overnight. This will ensure that it will not be hard work with or get inflated with air this should be done.

After that defrost the dough and before using it, you only need to roll it out just a little on the floured surface as that would relax the dough. However, if needed, use a sharp knife or the apple slicer to cut the apples into thinner rounds.

Lay the pieces of apple on one side of the croissant dough in a single layer with leaving about half an inch border around each side. Let the melted butter fall on the apple slices.

Step 3: Assembling the Croissants

Next fold the other half of the dough over the apples side to make a rectangle. Then using the rolling pin roll the shape over the croissant making it slightly thinner and pressing the edges together.

Then repeat with the other croissants making sure the filling and the fold are even.

Step 4: Egg Wash and Bake

It helps to give the apple croissants an egg wash before arranging them on the baking sheet that uses parchment paper or silicone baking mat. This will give a golden brown–shiny surface or coat.

Before you set the oven to 375°F / 190°C and bake them for about 20-25 minutes or until croissants turn to golden brown and crispy, bake them.

Step 5: Enjoy Your Apple Croissants

Baked apple croissants, get them out of the oven and move them to a wire rack to cool a little. That is it; enjoy warm with your Starbucks-Style Apple Croissant!

Conclusion

It actually makes much more sense to prepare Starbucks Apple Croissant Recipe at home not only saves you the trouble of going to your nearest Café; but also the option of making adjustments to it to suit your palate. Here is a delicious treat sure to impress your family and friends, making it perfect for breakfast, brunch or a mid morning snack! Happy baking!