Description
A delightful recipe for homemade crescent rolls that are soft, buttery, and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 4 cups, plus extra for dusting
- Active dry yeast: 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet)
- Sugar: 1/4 cup
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Milk: 1 cup (warm, about 110°F or 43°C)
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (melted, plus extra for brushing)
- Eggs: 2 large (room temperature)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm milk with sugar and sprinkling yeast on top. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add melted butter, eggs, and the yeast mixture. Stir until a rough dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (1 to 1.5 hours).
- Punch down the dough, roll it into a large circle (1/4 inch thick), and cut into 8 wedges.
- Roll each wedge from the wide end to the point to form crescent shapes and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Cover the shaped rolls and let them rise again for 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped. Let cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- Ensure yeast is fresh for proper rising.
- Measure ingredients accurately for best results.
- Allow proper rising times for light and fluffy texture.
- Preheat the oven for even baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: crescent rolls, homemade, baking, bread, recipe