February 6, 2023

Recipe: Simple Crescent Bread Rolls

Easy to make, easy to eat!

A closeup of crescent rolls in a brown bowl on a dark background.

Who doesn’t love warm crescent rolls right out of the oven? Our simple recipe is delicious as a meal or as an appetizer.

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Ingredients

  • 1 yeast cake or 1 package of dry yeast, softened in 3 tablespoons of warm water
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 stick melted butter
  • 5 cups flour

Directions

  1. Mix all ingredients, cover and let stand overnight.
  2. The next day, divide the dough into quarters and roll out to 1/8-inch thickness.
  3. Cut into triangles and brush with butter.
  4. Roll up and let stand 3 to 5 hours on cookie sheets.
  5. Bake at 375 F for 8 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition information (per serving)

Makes 24 servings

Calories: 155
Protein: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 25 g
Fat: 5 g
Cholesterol: 36 mg
Sodium: 88 mg
Fiber: 1 g

Recipe courtesy of Speaking of Women’s Health.

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