Golden Crescents
Delightfully soft, buttery, and golden brown, these homemade Golden Crescents are the perfect addition to any meal. Made with a rich dough featuring warm milk, softened butter, and a touch of sweetness, these crescent-shaped rolls are as easy to make as they are to enjoy. The dough requires just a few simple steps—mix, knead, rise, and roll—culminating in irresistibly flaky layers brushed with melted butter for a gorgeous, shiny finish. Whether served alongside a holiday feast or enjoyed as a fresh-from-the-oven treat, these rolls are a crowd-pleasing favorite. With a total prep and bake time under 2.5 hours, this recipe for Golden Crescents is a must-try for home bakers craving bakery-style results.
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Ingredients
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 whole large egg
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
Step 2
Add the warm milk, softened butter, and egg to the dry ingredients. Stir until a rough dough forms.
Step 3
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
Step 4
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Step 5
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle about 1/4 inch thick.
Step 6
Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the dough into 16 equal triangles (like slicing a pizza).
Step 7
Starting at the wide edge, roll each triangle tightly towards the pointed tip to form crescent shapes. Place the crescents on a parchment-lined baking sheet, with the pointed tips underneath to prevent unrolling.
Step 8
Cover the shaped crescents with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise for 30 minutes, or until slightly puffed.
Step 9
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 10
Brush the tops of the crescents with melted butter to give them a golden, shiny finish.
Step 11
Bake the crescents in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 12
Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Brush with additional melted butter if desired for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 954.5 grams (954.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3215 |
| Total Fat 158.60g | 203% |
| Saturated Fat 96.90g | 485% |
| Cholesterol 595mg | 198% |
| Sodium 2559mg | 111% |
| Total Carbohydrate 386.00g | 140% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.40g | 48% |
| Total Sugars 63.40g | |
| Protein 62.10g | 124% |
| Vitamin D 195IU | 973% |
| Calcium 431mg | 33% |
| Iron 21mg | 116% |
| Potassium 1002mg | 21% |
Source of Calories