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Cookhouse Diary » Recipes » Appetizers and Sides

Homemade Crescent Rolls

Published: May 13, 2023 · Modified: Jul 6, 2023 by Nataša · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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With just a few ingredients and no mixer needed, you will have the most delicious homemade crescent rolls!

Homemade crescent rolls on a cutting board.

Homemade crescent rolls in 45 minutes? Just sign me up! With just a few simple ingredients from your pantry, no rise time, and no special equipment needed, you will have the best buttery crescent rolls.

I got this recipe from my mom’s coworker, and I have made these crescent rolls a few times so far. Let me tell you, they disappear fast every time.

Even my little nephew devoured a few of these in minutes, so I would say these rolls passed the taste test.

If you’re a beginner looking for delectable bread-type recipes, consider whipping up some easy yeast rolls or homemade lard biscuits. These options will satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling accomplished in the kitchen.

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Ingredients

Homemade crescent rolls ingredients.

Here is the full list of all ingredients needed for this recipe. For precise measurements, please look at the recipe card.

  • Flour: I used all-purpose flour in this recipe.
  • Milk: I used whole milk. It will help to activate the yeast.
  • Active dry yeast: It helps to lift the rolls.
  • Granulated sugar: Sugar will also help to activate the yeast.
  • Salt: Adding flavor.
  • Oil: I used canola oil. You can substitute it for any oil you prefer.
  • Unsalted butter: Butter will give these rolls an amazing taste.
  • Egg: I am using one egg to brush the tops of the rolls. It will give them a nice golden finish.
  • Sesame seeds: I love sesame seeds. Just sprinkle a little bit on top of each roll.

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400 Fahrenheit.

Step 2: In a bowl with warm milk, add yeast, sugar, and a pinch of flour. Stir it and leave for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy.

Step 3: In a large bowl, add oil, salt, and yeast mixture. Then add half of the flour and start mixing with a spatula. Then, gradually add the remaining flour. Work the dough with your hand until most of the flour is combined.

Step 4: Transfer the dough to the flour-dusted work surface and knead the dough for a minute or two. If the dough is sticky, add a little bit of flour.

Step 5: Divide the dough into three equal portions. Roll each dough ball into a 9-inch circle. Cut the dough circles into eight triangles. To each triangle, add a little bit of cold butter.

Homemade crescent rolls dough.
Dough divided into eight triangles with little pieces of butter on top.

Step 6: Roll each triangle at the wide end and touch the pointy end under the roll. Brush each roll with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Place the crescent rolls onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 22 minutes or until golden on top.*

Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Homemade crescent rolls on a baking sheet ready to bake.
Homemade crescent rolls in a bowl overhead shot.

Storage

Place the rolls into the air-tight container and leave them on the counter for up to 48h.

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Recipe

Homemade crescent rolls on a cutting board close-up shot.

Homemade Crescent Rolls

Nataša
With just a few ingredients and no mixer needed, you will have the most delicious homemade crescent rolls!
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 22 minutes mins
Total Time 42 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Serbian
Servings 24
Calories 122 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.1 lb all-purpose flour
  • 1 ⅓ cup whole milk
  • 3 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 0.2 cup canola oil (⅕ cup)
  • 4 tablespoon unsalted cold butter
  • 1 egg
  • sesame seeds
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Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 Fahrenheits.
  • In a bowl with warm milk, add yeast, sugar, and a pinch of flour. Stir it and leave for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
  • In a large bowl, add oil, salt, and yeast mixture. Then add half of the flour and start mixing with a spatula. Then, gradually add the remaining flour. Work the dough with your hand until most of the flour is combined.
  • Transfer the dough to the flour-dusted work surface and knead the dough for a minute or two. If the dough is sticky, add a little bit of flour.
  • Divide the dough into three equal portions. Roll each dough ball into a 9-inch circle. Cut the dough circles into eight triangles. To each triangle, add a little bit of cold butter.
  • Roll each triangle, starting at the wide end, and touch the pointy end under the roll. Brush each roll with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  • Place the crescent rolls onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 22 minutes or until golden on top.*
  • Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Baking time may differ, check the rolls after 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 122kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 0.001mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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