Imagine the warm, buttery aroma wafting through your kitchen as you prepare to indulge in some of the flakiest, most delightful crescent rolls you've ever tasted! These Flaky Buttery Homemade Crescent Rolls made in a food processor are not just a treat; they're a game-changer for your dinner table. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, you can impress your family and friends with rolls that are light, airy, and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for any occasion, these crescent rolls will have everyone asking for seconds—and the secret? It’s all in the technique! Dive into this recipe and discover how easy it is to create bakery-quality rolls right at home.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 rolls
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 packet instant yeast
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk, warm
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 packet of instant yeast, 1/2 cup of cold unsalted butter (cubed), and 1/2 cup of warm milk.
- In a food processor, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast. Pulse the mixture a few times to blend the dry ingredients evenly.
- Next, add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the food processor. Pulse the mixture until the butter is incorporated and resembles coarse crumbs, with small pea-sized pieces of butter still visible. This is crucial for achieving flaky rolls.
- With the food processor running, gradually pour in the warm milk. Continue processing until the dough begins to form a ball. If the dough seems too dry, you can add a little more warm milk, one tablespoon at a time, until it comes together.
- Once the dough has formed, transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Knead it gently for about 1 minute to bring it together into a smooth ball.
- Shape the dough into a disc and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the butter to firm up and the gluten to relax.
- After chilling, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a large circle, about 1/4 inch thick. Use a sharp knife or a pizza cutter to cut the dough into 8 equal wedges.
- Starting from the wide end of each wedge, roll the dough towards the point to form a crescent shape. Place each rolled crescent onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each roll to allow for expansion.
- Once all the rolls are shaped, cover them loosely with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise in a warm place for about 10-15 minutes, until they puff up slightly.
- After the rolls have risen, place them in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
- Once baked, remove the crescent rolls from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Serve warm, and enjoy the flaky, buttery goodness!
Tips
- Keep Ingredients Cold: For the flakiest rolls, ensure your butter is very cold when you add it to the flour mixture. This helps create those delightful layers as the rolls bake.
- Don’t Overprocess: When mixing the butter into the flour, stop pulsing when the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. You want to see small pea-sized pieces of butter for optimal flakiness.
- Warm Milk: Make sure your milk is warm but not hot. This activates the yeast without killing it, helping your rolls rise beautifully.
- Resting Time: Don’t skip the refrigeration step! Chilling the dough allows the gluten to relax and the butter to firm up, resulting in a better texture.
- Watch the Baking Time: Ovens can vary, so keep an eye on your rolls as they bake. You want them to be golden brown but not overdone.
- Serve Fresh: These rolls are best enjoyed warm out of the oven. If you have leftovers, reheat them briefly in the oven for that fresh-baked taste.
- Experiment with Flavors: Feel free to add herbs or cheese to the dough for a unique twist. Garlic powder or shredded cheese can elevate your crescent rolls to the next level!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 20mg
