Well-kept secret: these are the tastiest supermarket croissants
Are you also crazy about a freshly baked, crackly croissant? Made with real butter? Well, good news: the Picard Croissants in the freezer at Albert Heijn are incredibly delicious. If you thought you always had to go to the bakery for the perfect croissant, think again! The tastiest supermarket croissants are simply waiting in the freezer at your local Albert Heijn.
Supermarket croissants: not what you think (and neither are the bakery’s…)
You’re probably thinking: “Yeah, yeah, but those supermarket croissants can’t hold a candle to the bakery’s croissants, right?” Well, you’re wrong. Most croissants you buy at the bakery don’t actually come from the bakery itself; they’re delivered frozen from the factory. Bakery croissants, just like those in the supermarket, are often pre-baked frozen croissants. So if you think you’ll always get a homemade croissant at your local bakery, it probably came from the freezer – just like supermarket croissants.
Picard Croissants at Albert Heijn
And if you’re going to buy frozen croissants anyway, why not get the very best? The Picard Croissants at Albert Heijn are a hidden gem, and it’s time more people found their way to this croissant heaven.
What makes these croissants so special?
Beurre des Charentes – in other words, excellent butter from one of the best regions in France. It’s made exclusively from milk cream from Charentes and the surrounding regions. The butter has a rich, creamy texture and subtle hazelnut-like notes. And yes, when real butter is used in croissants, you can taste the difference.
The best frozen croissants at Albert Heijn
For 5.25 euros, you get 8 of these delicious croissants to bake at home yourself. All you have to do is preheat the oven to 180°C, place the croissants on a baking tray and bake them for 18–20 minutes. Et voilà! You’ll have croissants that can absolutely compete with those from the best bakery in town. The result? A crispy exterior, airy interior and that rich, buttery flavour that leaves you craving more.
Crips bake-at-home croissants: also highly recommended
Want even more options for really good bake-at-home croissants? Then you should definitely try Crips’ bake-at-home croissants. These croissants are fantastic and ideal if you don’t want to physically go to the supermarket but do order from an online supermarket. You can simply order Crips’ bake-at-home croissants online and bake them in your own oven for that almost-fresh-from-the-bakery feeling.
The tastiest croissants in Amsterdam: for true enthusiasts
Looking for a bakery that still bakes its own croissants? We’ve put together a list of the best croissants in Amsterdam that are more than worth the detour – fresh, homemade and, of course, made with real butter.
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