Kouign-amann

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Close-up of caramelized laminated butter pastries on a tray.
Kouign-amann

Kouign-amann is made by folding butter and sugar into bread dough to form layers. Salted butter is used in the Breton preparation. During baking, the sugar caramelises around the pastry, creating a crisp exterior and a soft interior.[1]

The name means “butter cake” in Breton, and the pastry is closely associated with Douarnenez. Variations include versions with apples or buckwheat. Dough temperature and resting time affect the layers and the final texture.[1]

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  1. Le kouign-amann — Tourisme Bretagne
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