Butter Crescent Rolls

Fluffy, golden, and irresistibly buttery, these homemade Butter Crescent Rolls are a must-have at your table for any occasion. Made from scratch with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and active dry yeast, these soft and tender rolls are the epitome of comfort baking. The dough is carefully kneaded for a beautiful elasticity, rolled into iconic crescent shapes, and baked to perfection. Brushed with melted butter while still warm, each bite is rich, flaky, and melts in your mouth. Perfect for holiday feasts, casual dinners, or as a snack, these crescent rolls will elevate any meal and leave your guests reaching for seconds. Bake a batch of these buttery delights today and experience the joy of fresh bread from your own oven!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 large egg
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, heat the milk and 0.5 cup of unsalted butter over low heat until the butter melts and the mixture is warm (about 110°F). Do not let it boil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour, granulated sugar, yeast, and salt.

Step 3

Pour the warm milk-butter mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined.

Step 4

Add the egg and mix well. Gradually add the remaining flour, about 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until the dough becomes elastic and smooth.

Step 6

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 7

Punch down the dough and divide it into 2 equal portions. Roll each portion into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface.

Step 8

Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut each circle into 8 equal wedges (like slicing a pizza).

Step 9

Starting from the wide end of each wedge, roll the dough tightly toward the narrow end to form a crescent shape. Arrange the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them 2 inches apart.

Step 10

Cover the rolls with a kitchen towel and let them rise again in a warm place for 30 minutes, until puffy.

Step 11

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 12

Bake the crescent rolls for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 13

Brush the finished rolls with 3 tablespoons of melted butter while still warm.

Step 14

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	825.7 grams (825.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2608

Total Fat 95.20g	122%
Saturated Fat 55.40g	277%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 248mg	83%
Sodium 2475mg	108%
Total Carbohydrate 384.50g	140%
Dietary Fiber 12.80g	46%
Total Sugars 62.60g
Protein 54.80g	110%

Vitamin D 135IU	674%
Calcium 380mg	29%
Iron 20mg	110%
Potassium 980mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.8%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 58.8%