Crescent Dinner Rolls
Soft, buttery, and irresistibly golden, these homemade Crescent Dinner Rolls are a show-stopping addition to any meal. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and instant yeast, these flaky rolls boast a light, airy texture thanks to careful kneading and two rises for the perfect dough. Their crescent shape, achieved by rolling wedges of dough into elegant spirals, makes them as visually appealing as they are delicious. Brushed with melted butter before and after baking, they emerge from the oven with a glossy, golden finish that's impossible to resist. With just 20 minutes of baking time and a delightful aroma that fills your kitchen, these rolls are perfect for holiday dinners, weeknight meals, or anytime you want to impress your guests. Serve warm and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large Egg
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted, for brushing)
Instructions
In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Mix briefly to combine.
In a small saucepan, heat the milk and 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat until the butter melts. The mixture should be warm but not hot (around 110°F).
Add the warm milk mixture and a beaten egg to the flour mixture in the stand mixer. Using the dough hook attachment, mix on low speed until the dough begins to come together.
Gradually add the remaining 1/2 cup of flour as needed, mixing until the dough forms a soft ball and pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Knead with the dough hook on medium speed for about 5-7 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough into a 12-inch circle.
Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut the dough into 16 equal wedges (like slicing a pizza).
Starting at the wide end of each wedge, roll the dough toward the pointed tip to form a crescent shape. Place each roll on a parchment-lined baking sheet, with the tip tucked underneath to maintain the shape.
Cover the rolls with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes, or until puffed.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Brush the tops of the crescent rolls with melted butter. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and brush again with melted butter for a glossy finish. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2706 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.1 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.6 g | 293% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 467 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 222 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 385.4 g | 140% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.8 g | ||
| Protein | 61.7 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 407 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 987 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
