Dial up the flakiness this National Croissant Day!
When it comes to breakfast
indulgence, there’s one pastry-based treat that tops the rest: the croissant of
course! And with National Croissant Day falling this Saturday, there’s no
better excuse than to stock up on the flaky, buttery breakfast treats.
You’d be forgiven for immediately
thinking of our French neighbours when it comes to the croissant, but it’s
actually a little-known fact that they originated in Vienna, Austria. The
kipferl dates back to the 13th century and is believed to be the
first incarnation of the French croissant; a crescent-shaped sweet treat
crafted from denser and less flaky bread.
By the turn of the 17th
century, the croissant we now know and love was beginning to appear in French
cookbooks, namely Le Pâtissier françois by François Pierre de La Varenne, where
the first recipe for puff pastry was found.
But who does the humble croissant
have to thank for its unique shape? According to one legend, it was created to
represent the Islamic crescent moon after the defeat of the Ummayyad forces by
the Franks in battle. Another legend attributes its popularity to none other
than Marie Antoinette, who is rumoured to have christened her home country’s
kipferl a ‘croissant’.
Whatever its origin, it’s no secret
that the croissant is one of the most popular and recognisable breakfast
staples of many countries around the world, from Austria to Argentina.
Stock up with Creamline
When a trip across the Channel is
off the cards, the delectable pastries by Stockport’s Thatcher’s Bakery can
transport you from the comfort of your sofa! Try traditional fresh plain croissants,
soft, fluffy and buttery, or treat yourself to a pain au
chocolat, the ultimate piece of pastry perfection to start your day.
Bon appétit!
