Homemade Crescent Rolls

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Dissolve yeast in warm water in a bowl. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam, about 5 minutes.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Combine 2 cups flour, sugar, butter pieces, eggs, and salt in a bowl; add yeast mixture and stir until well combined. Mix in remaining 2 cups flour until smooth. Scrape dough from the sides of the bowl and mix to incorporate. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 1/2 hours.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Punch down dough, then divide in half. Roll each half into a 12-inch-wide circle. Spread 2 tablespoons softened butter over each circle, then cut each circle into 12 wedges.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Starting at the wide end, roll one wedge toward the point to form a crescent. Place onto a greased baking sheet with the point facing down. Repeat to shape remaining rolls. Cover and let rise until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and brush tops with melted butter.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (24 servings total)