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Crescent Rolls Recipe

These irresistible Finnish crescent rolls are a family favorite! Made with a rich cream and butter base, these soft and fluffy rolls are perfect for any occasion. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy-to-follow recipe from a treasured Finnish cookbook.

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 210 mins
Calories 362.4 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.9 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Crescent Rolls

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How to Make Crescent Rolls

  1. In a large bowl, dissolve 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast in 1 cup warm water (105-115°F). Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 cup heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter until melted and combined.
  3. Let the cream mixture cool to lukewarm (about 100-110°F).
  4. Add the lukewarm cream mixture to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon salt and 1 cup all-purpose flour, stirring until just combined.
  6. Gradually add the remaining 3-3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, a little at a time, until a stiff dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but not overly wet.
  7. Let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
  8. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  9. Place the dough in a lightly greased large bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap or a damp towel.
  10. Let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1-1.5 hours).
  11. Gently punch down the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough into a 16-inch circle.
  12. Spread the dough with 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter.
  13. Cut the dough into 8 equal wedges.
  14. Roll up each wedge starting from the wide end, forming a crescent shape.
  15. Place the crescent rolls onto a greased baking sheet. Brush with 1 large egg white, lightly beaten. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1 teaspoon caraway seeds.
  16. Let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
  17. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  18. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

74g

Carbs

10g

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