To Die for Crescent Rolls
Flaky, buttery, and irresistibly soft, these "To Die for Crescent Rolls" are the ultimate addition to any meal. Made from scratch with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, warm milk, and softened butter, these rolls are a labor of love with a two-hour preparation time that allows the dough to rise to fluffy perfection. Expertly rolled and shaped into classic crescents, each golden-brown bite is brushed with rich melted butter for a luxurious finish. Perfect for holiday dinners, Sunday brunch spreads, or a cozy weeknight treat, these homemade crescent rolls deliver bakery-quality flavor right from your oven. Impress your family and friends with these tender, melt-in-your-mouth crescent rolls fresh from scratch—simple yet absolutely unforgettable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.33 cup granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1.25 cups warm milk (110°F/43°C)
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and yeast.
Warm the milk to around 110°F (just warm to the touch but not hot) and add it to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
Beat in the softened butter and eggs. Mix well to create a smooth batter.
Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing after each addition. Knead the dough by hand or with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for about 8-10 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic but slightly sticky.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
After the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into two equal portions.
Roll each portion into a 12-inch circle. Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to slice each circle into 8 equal triangles.
Starting at the wide end, roll up each triangle tightly to form a crescent shape. Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, with the pointed end facing downward.
Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise for 30 minutes, or until puffy.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the top of each crescent roll with melted butter.
Bake the crescent rolls in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and brush the rolls with more melted butter for added flavor and shine. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3691 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.6 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.7 g | 454% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 750 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 3835 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 497.9 g | 181% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.2 g | ||
| Protein | 81.8 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.4 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 547 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 27.4 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 1351 mg | 29% | |
*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.
