Yeast Free Crescent Rolls
Whip up a batch of soft, flaky Yeast-Free Crescent Rolls with this quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for busy bakers! Requiring no yeast or long rise times, these buttery rolls rely on baking powder for their tender, airy texture, making them a convenient alternative to traditional crescent rolls. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold butter, and a splash of milk, these rolls come together in just 30 minutes from start to finish. Brushed with an optional egg wash for a golden, glossy finish, they’re perfect for breakfast spreads, holiday dinners, or last-minute snacking. Serve them warm with butter, jam, or your favorite spread, and enjoy homemade comfort in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 1 unit Egg (for egg wash, optional)
- 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually stir in the milk with a spoon or spatula until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix; you want the dough to remain light and tender.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it for about 1-2 minutes until it is smooth and cohesive.
Roll the dough into a large circle about 1/4 inch thick. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the circle into 8 equal wedges like a pizza.
Starting at the wide end of each wedge, roll the dough tightly toward the point to form a crescent shape. Arrange the crescents on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each roll for expansion during baking.
If desired, prepare an egg wash by beating the egg with water, and brush the tops of the crescent rolls for a golden, glossy finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are puffed and lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade yeast-free crescent rolls with butter, jam, or your favorite spread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1998 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.3 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.9 g | 324% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 460 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 2689 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.9 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 37.9 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 628 mg | 13% | |
*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.
