Things You'll Need:
- 1 package active dry yeast ( 1/4 ounce pack)
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 3 eggs lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 5 cups of all purpose flour
- melted butter to brush the rolls
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Step 1
If you love those store bought crescent rolls then you will love these homemade one's. First in a large mixing bowl you will need to dissolve the yeast with the warm water. To this you will add the tablespoon of sugar. Let this mixture set for 5 minutes. Then add in the milk, eggs, butter, salt, and remaining sugar.
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Step 2
You will slowly stir in the flour until the dough forms into a stiff ball. You will then place the dough on a floured surface. Knead the dough until smooth and has the consistency of elastic. Place in a greased bowl and make sure that all sides of the dough is greased. Cover and let rise in a warm place until it is doubled in size.
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Step 3
Punch the dough down. Divide into three sections. Roll each section into a 12 inch circle. Cut into each circle into eight wedges. Brush with melted butter. Roll the wedges for the wide side first. Place on the baking sheet pointed end down. Space them 2 inches apart on a greased baking sheet. Cover a let rise in a warm place until doubled in size. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from baking sheet and place on wire racks so that the cooking process ends.
Comments
trvlarrngr said
on 9/28/2009 We love crescent rolls! Thanks for the instructions! 5 stars