Homemade Crescent Rolls
These soft, buttery crescent rolls are perfect for holiday dinners or everyday meals. Flaky, golden, and irresistibly delicious — made entirely from scratch!
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (more as needed)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- Add remaining sugar, melted butter, salt, and egg. Mix until combined.
- Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and roll it into a 12-inch circle. Cut into 12 wedges.
- Roll each wedge from the wide end to the tip to form a crescent shape. Place on a greased or lined baking sheet.
- Cover and let rise for another 30–45 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake rolls for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Brush warm rolls with melted butter and serve.
Nutrition
Serving: 1rollCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3.5gSodium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g
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