Kouign-Amann Dominique Ansel makes one of the finest pastries in New York and no, it's not the Cronut. The Kouign-amann is a buttery, flaky gem from Breton, layered with caramelized sugar—during summertime it made for one fantastic ice cream sandwich. The best time to give it to someone is first thing in the morning, so they can nibble it with coffee.