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Definition
Pre-made, refrigerated dough rolls designed to bake into flaky, buttery crescent-shaped dinner rolls.
Sensory Profile
TasteButtery, Slightly Sweet, Mildly Yeasty
TextureFlaky, Soft, Tender, Airy
AromaButtery, Baked Bread, Yeasty
AcidityLow
Technical Metrics
Nutrition Facts
Per 1 roll (28g baked) Calories350 kcal
Total Fat18 g
Saturated Fat9 g
Trans Fat0.5 g
Cholesterol25 mg
Protein6 g
Total Carbohydrate40 g
Dietary Fiber1 g
Total Sugars8 g
Calcium20 mg
Iron1 mg
Potassium80 mg
Chef’s Secret
For an extra golden crust and richer flavor, brush the top of crescent rolls with melted butter or an egg wash before baking.
Substitutions
Best Match
Homemade Crescent Rolls
1:1Offers superior flavor and freshness, but requires more time and effort.
Refrigerated Biscuit Dough
1:1Convenient and quick-baking, but texture is denser and less flaky.
Frozen Dinner Rolls
1:1Requires thawing and rising, but delivers a good fresh-baked bread experience.
Puff Pastry
N/A (use for shaping)
Provides ultimate flakiness, but is unsweetened and less bready; good for savory applications.
Buying Guide
Check expiration date. Store refrigerated.
Flavor Pairings
Butter jam gravy soups main course meals.