How long has croissants been around fore?

Answer 1

Croissants have a history that dates back to the 13th century, originating from Austria with a pastry called kipferl. The modern croissant, as we know it today, began to take shape in France in the 19th century, particularly after the 1830s when Viennese baker Sylvain Claudius Goy is credited with introducing the idea of a flaky, buttery dough. Therefore, croissants have been around for about 700 years, with their contemporary version emerging around 200 years ago.