Description
These homemade crescent rolls are a delightful addition to any meal, with their buttery and soft texture making them a favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed to about 110°F
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- Extra flour for dusting
Additional:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for brushing)
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: Dissolve the yeast in warm milk with a pinch of sugar. Let sit until foamy.
- Mix Dough: Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs. Mix into a soft dough.
- Knead Dough: Turn dough onto floured surface, knead until smooth.
- Rise Dough: Let dough rise for 1 hour until doubled. Divide, roll, cut into wedges, shape into crescents.
- Final Rise and Bake: Let shaped rolls rise, then bake at 375°F for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Brush with melted butter.
Notes
- These rolls freeze well; just thaw and warm before serving.
- For extra flavor, add garlic powder or herbs to the butter before brushing.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
