Crescent Rolls

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet active dry yeast (2¼ tsp)
• 1/4 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 egg

For Brushing

• 2 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

1. Activate the yeast
   In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Make the dough
   In a large bowl, mix milk, sugar, salt, butter, egg, and yeast mixture. Gradually add flour until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead
   Knead dough for about 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. First rise
   Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1½ hours until doubled.
5. Shape the rolls
   Divide dough in half. Roll each half into a circle and cut into triangle wedges. Roll each triangle from the wide end toward the tip to form crescents.
6. Second rise
   Place on a baking sheet and let rise 30 minutes.
7. Bake
   Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
8. Brush with butter
   Brush warm rolls with melted butter before serving.

Tips

• Don’t overheat the milk or it can kill the yeast.
• For extra softness, use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour.
• Great served with jam, honey, or dinner meals.