Closeup of golden, flaky croissants on a table - Simpleimages/Getty Images When you think of a perfect croissant, two key factors probably come to mind: flaky layers and, of course, butter. Lamination ...

A bakery classic, the croissant has earned its place in our routine because it's practical, tasty and extremely versatile. But what many people don't realize is that it can go far beyond a simple ...