Description

These homemade crescent rolls are soft, buttery, and fluffy with a golden exterior that tastes even better than the classic store-bought version. Perfect for holiday dinners, breakfast spreads, or warm with butter fresh from the oven.

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups warm water, divided

1 tablespoon active dry yeast

1/2 cup salted butter, melted

1/2 cup granulated sugar

3 large eggs, beaten

1 teaspoon salt

4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Extra melted butter for brushing

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Instructions

Combine 1/4 cup warm water with the active dry yeast in a small bowl and let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine the melted butter, remaining 1 cup warm water, sugar, eggs, salt, and yeast mixture. Mix until smooth.
Gradually add the flour and mix until a soft, sticky dough forms.
Let the dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes, then gently press down to release air bubbles.
Cover the bowl with lightly greased plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 2–3 hours until chilled.
Line baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them. Divide the dough into 2 portions and roll each into a large circle about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick.
Slice each circle into 12 triangles. Starting from the wide end, roll each triangle tightly toward the pointed tip to form crescents.
Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheets with the pointed tips tucked underneath. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 2–3 hours until doubled in size.
Bake at 375°F for 7–10 minutes until lightly golden brown.
Brush the warm rolls generously with melted butter before serving.

Notes

The dough can be prepared the night before and refrigerated until ready to shape.

Avoid adding too much extra flour to keep the rolls soft and fluffy.

Brush with garlic butter after baking for extra flavor.

Add cinnamon sugar, cheese, herbs, or ham inside the dough for variations.

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 144 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 140 mg
Fat: 5 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 21 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 32 mg