Description
Flaky, buttery crescent rolls perfect for any meal or occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Mix well.
- Add warm milk, softened butter, and egg. Knead until a smooth dough forms.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal parts. Roll each part into a circle and cut into 8 wedges.
- Roll each wedge from the wide end to the point to form crescents. Place on a baking sheet.
- Brush with melted butter and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.