Matcha Sourdough Croissant with Honey Butter Glaze
Flaky sourdough croissants infused with earthy matcha powder, finished with a glossy honey butter glaze for a sophisticated bakery treat. This french-inspired breakfast ready in about 205 minutes combines sourdough starter (active), all-purpose flour, granulated sugar into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 9, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 100 g sourdough starter (active)
- 400 g all-purpose flour
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 250 g unsalted butter, cold
- 150 ml whole milk, cold
- 2 tbsp matcha green tea powder
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for glaze)
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 100 g active sourdough starter, 400 g all-purpose flour, 50 g granulated sugar, 1 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp matcha powder. Mix while pouring in 150 ml cold whole milk until a rough dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
- Step 2: Roll dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Place 250 g cold unsalted butter between two sheets of parchment paper and pound into a flat square roughly the size of the dough. Chill both.
- Step 3: Incorporate the butter into the dough by folding and rolling three times with 30-minute rests in the refrigerator between folds to create layers. After the final fold, chill dough for 1 hour.
- Step 4: Roll dough into a 12x18 inch rectangle. Cut into 9 triangles about 6 inches wide at the base. Roll each from the base to tip to form croissants. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet and proof at room temperature for 2 hours until puffy.
- Step 5: Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush croissants with 1 beaten egg and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and flaky.
- Step 6: While croissants bake, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter with 1 tbsp honey in a small saucepan over low heat until combined and glossy. Brush the warm honey butter glaze over hot croissants immediately after removing from oven.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Matcha Sourdough Croissant with Honey Butter Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 205 minutes (180 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover Matcha Sourdough Croissant with Honey Butter Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in Matcha Sourdough Croissant with Honey Butter Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Matcha Sourdough Croissant with Honey Butter Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 9 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 9). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Matcha Sourdough Croissant with Honey Butter Glaze?
French breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
