Celebrated: January 30
Oui Love Croissants: A Buttery Salute on National Croissant Day
It’s time to celebrate the flaky, buttery, golden beauty that is the croissant. On January 30, National Croissant Day honors the elegant breakfast staple with roots far deeper than your local boulangerie.
While croissants are commonly associated with France, their story begins in Austria, where the original “kipferl”—a crescent-shaped pastry—was popular for centuries. Legend has it that Marie Antoinette, homesick for Vienna, introduced the kipferl to French bakers after marrying into royalty. Those bakers, inspired by France’s culinary sophistication, transformed the humble pastry into the flaky masterpiece we now know and love: the croissant.
Buttery Bites of Croissant History
- Originated as Kipferl: Popular in Austria as early as the 13th century.
- Royal Arrival: Marie Antoinette’s cravings helped spark its rise in France.
- French Transformation: French pâte feuilletée technique created the signature airy texture.
- Modern Variations: Almond, chocolate (pain au chocolat), ham & cheese, and even vegan versions are now bakery staples.
How to Celebrate National Croissant Day
- Try It Fresh: Visit a local bakery and enjoy a handmade croissant.
- Bake at Home: If you’re feeling adventurous, try laminating your own dough!
- Host a Croissant Brunch: Offer fillings like egg salad, jam, Nutella, or ham and cheese.
- Croissant Crawl: Sample different bakeries' versions and vote for your favorite.
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