FRENCH CRESCENT ROLLS

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Whenever we have rolls and coffee after church, these come along with me. Here on the high plains, we've been raising cattle, wheat and daughters for 30 years. Our two oldest are grown, and our youngest just began college. -Betty Ann Wolery, Joplin, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 16 rolls.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
3/4 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
1 large egg, room temperature
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon shortening
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
ICING:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons 2% milk
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, egg, sugar, shortening and salt; mix well. Add flour; mix until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. , Turn dough onto a floured surface; roll to 1/4-in. thickness. Spread with 1 tablespoon softened butter. Fold corners to the middle and then fold in half. Wrap dough in waxed paper; chill for 30 minutes. Repeat rolling, buttering, folding and chilling steps twice. , Turn dough onto a floured surface; roll into a 34x5-in. rectangle. Cut into 16 triangles; roll up each triangle from wide edge to tip and pinch to seal. Place rolls, tip down, on greased baking sheets and curve to form crescents. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 400° for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. For icing, combine sugar, milk, butter and extracts; spread over warm rolls. Sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Joyas Gascon
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I've made these crescent rolls several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect addition to any party or potluck.


Massoud Latef
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These crescent rolls are the perfect way to start your day. They're light, flaky, and delicious.


Nabuuma Ritah
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use it to make sweet or savory crescent rolls.


Md Tufayel
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These crescent rolls are a great way to use up leftover crescent roll dough. They're also a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen.


Sanjeewani Liyanage
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I've been making these crescent rolls for years and they're always a hit. They're the perfect way to show your loved ones how much you care.


Monefah Windvogel
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These crescent rolls are the perfect appetizer or side dish. They're also great for packing in lunches.


Steve Romero
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I love that this recipe uses crescent roll dough from a can. It makes it so easy to make these rolls.


Basani Chauke
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These crescent rolls are a great way to use up leftover ham or turkey. They're also delicious with cheese, jelly, or even just butter.


Josh Pilla
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I've made these crescent rolls several times and they always turn out perfectly. They're the perfect addition to any holiday meal.


Jason Gibson
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These crescent rolls are the perfect comfort food. They're warm, flaky, and buttery. I love eating them with a cup of coffee or tea.


Waswa “Aaron” abdul
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I'm not a huge baker, but these crescent rolls were so simple to make. I'm definitely going to be making them again.


Martin Riojas III
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These crescent rolls are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love that I can use them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.


Keirrian Wilson
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I've tried many crescent roll recipes, but this one is by far the best. The rolls are always perfect.


taha usman777
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I made these crescent rolls for a brunch party and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious they were.


Momo Kamil
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These crescent rolls are the perfect addition to any meal. They're light and fluffy, with a buttery flavor that everyone will love.


Md poran Patowary
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The recipe was easy to follow and the rolls turned out delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


Somiirfan Somiirfan
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I've been making these crescent rolls for years and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Chinchy bwoy
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These crescent rolls were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly golden and flaky.