Croissant
Context
A buttery, flaky, Viennoiserie pastry named for its crescent shape, associated with French cuisine
Explanation
Croissants are a staple in French bakeries, known for their layered, buttery pastry. They are made by layering dough with butter, rolling, and folding several times to create a flaky texture.
Applications
She enjoyed a warm croissant with her morning coffee.
Croissants can be filled with chocolate, almond paste, or ham and cheese.
Making traditional croissants requires skill in handling dough to achieve the perfect layers.