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France - Croissants

Few things are more satisfying than biting into a flaky, buttery croissant. In France, this delicacy is still a beloved breakfast choice to enjoy with a cup of coffee. Croissants are made with yeast-leavened dough and butter, composed of alternating layers through a process called lamination. French bakers took inspiration from the Austrian kipferl (made with brioche dough), which also has a crescent shape. Other viennoiseries worth trying are the pain au chocolat, pain aux raisins and the pain au chocolat aux amandes.