Description
Homemade Crescent Rolls are a delightful treat that combines buttery layers with a flaky texture, making them the perfect addition to any meal. These easy-to-make rolls rise beautifully and fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Whether served warm with butter or alongside your favorite dishes, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Follow this simple recipe to create soft, pillowy crescent rolls that will become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: Combine warm milk and sugar in a bowl; sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk flour and salt together.
- Combine wet ingredients: Add melted butter and activated yeast mixture to the dry ingredients; stir until a dough forms.
- Knead: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Let rise: Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Shape the rolls: Roll out the dough into a circle about half an inch thick; cut into triangles and roll each triangle tightly from wide end to tip.
- Second rise: Place rolls on parchment-lined baking sheets; let rise for another 20 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg