National Croissant Day

National Croissant Day History

National Croissant Day, honours the flaky pastry that has captivated taste buds worldwide. Known for its buttery and layered texture, the croissant has become a widely popular indulgence that graces bakery shelves throughout the United Kingdom. The observance encourages individuals to sample and appreciate the various forms and flavours of this delectable delight, such as plain, almond, chocolate, or even filled with savoury goods.

Though the croissant is often associated with France, historical accounts suggest its origin may trace back to 17th century Austria, where a circular-shaped pastry called "kipferl" gained popularity. The croissant eventually journeyed beyond Austria's borders and garnered attention in the United Kingdom. UK residents are no strangers to the joy of indulging in a warm croissant, and the flaky pastry has found its place alongside traditional English delicacies like scones and crumpets. National Croissant Day aims to remind the people of the United Kingdom of this delightful treasure and to reconnect with the international roots of their culinary palate.

In honour of National Croissant Day, bakeries and cafes across the United Kingdom take the opportunity to showcase their finest selection of croissants for customers to enjoy. From tantalizingly fresh-baked pastries to creative twists on the classic recipe, individuals can savour the diverse range of croissants available in their country. While the date for this observance varies from location to location, National Croissant Day is typically celebrated in the United Kingdom on January 30th.

Facts about National Croissant Day

• It is believed that the croissant was well-known as a breakfast staple in the late 19th century. This is evidenced by famous author Charles Dickens' reference of it in 1872, the workman's pain de menage and the soldier's pain de munition, to the dainty croissant on the boudoir table.
• The world's most expensive croissant hybrid pastry is the Luxury Zebra Cro. It costs about $2000. This croissant-donut dessert is infused with rosé champagne caviar, gold vanilla beans, and the world's most expensive Amedei Porcelana chocolate.
• Though delicious, croissants are largely considered to be a source of empty calories. Compared to other traditional breads like bagels, they fall into the unhealthy category. Croissants having empty calories means that they provide energy in the form of added sugars and unhealthy solid fats like saturated or trans fats. They may also have high levels of sodium. This National Croissant Day be mindful of how many croissants you enjoy as well as what is inside them.
• The Croissant is believed to have originated from the Austrian kipferl, which then spread to France in the 17th century.
• The increase in popularity of croissants in the UK can be partially attributed to the growth of café culture, particularly the popularity of coffee chains like Pret A Manger, Costa Coffee, and Starbucks, which often serve fresh croissants alongside their beverages.

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Top things to do in the UK for National Croissant Day

• Visit a bakery and try some delicious croissants. There are sweeter pastries and some with ham or cheese in them. The bakery may even have a special deal that they're offering in celebration of National Croissant Day.
• Explore croissant recipes. There are recipes for sweeter dessert croissants and there are some that make breakfast well worth it.
• Visit a French Bakery: London has several authentic French patisseries, for example Maison Bertaux, Maison Puget or Paul Bakery.
• Buy ingredients to bake your own Croissants