How to Make Golden Crescent Rolls - A Step-by-Step Guide

Golden Crescent Rolls are a timeless classic that have been a favorite at family gatherings, holiday dinners, and potlucks for decades. These delicious and buttery rolls are the perfect addition to any meal, whether it's a formal dinner or a casual brunch. With their flaky texture and golden brown exterior, they are a true crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for more.

The recipe for Golden Crescent Rolls is relatively simple, requiring just a few basic ingredients that y...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup butter, cut into pieces, at room temperature
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs 35 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 rolls

  • Dissolve yeast in warm water in a bowl. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam, about 5 minutes.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and brush tops with melted butter.
  • Nutrition

    159 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 33mg
    • Sodium: 136mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 8mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 42mg