Crescent Rolls (Like Pillsburys) is a traditional American recipe for a classic yeasted breakfast roll that emulates Pillsburys famous rolls. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic American version of: Crescent Rolls (Like Pillsburys).
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This is a copycat version of the yeasted dough that is a copycat version of Pillsburys dough.
Ingredients:
2 packets active, dried, yeast (about 1 tbsp)
180ml warm water (about 40°C)
100g sugar
1 tsp salt
2 large eggs
100g shortening (or 50:50 mix of lard and butter)
560g unbleached plain flour
butter, softened, to brush
Method:
Add the yeast and water to a large bowl then stir the yeast to dissolve. Add the sugar, salt, eggs, shortening and half the flour and beat to combine. Now add all the remaining flour and blend until smooth. Using a spatula scrape the dough from the sides of the bowl towards the centre then cove with a damp cloth and set aside in a warm place to rise for about 90 minutes, or until doubled in volume (you can use this dough for any recipe that calls for American crescent roll dough).
After this time divide the dough in half then roll each half on a floured work surface into a circle about 30cm in diameter and 6mm thick. Spread the softened butter over the top then cut each circle into 16 wedges. Roll each wedge up (begin at the largest end). Transfer each rolled wedge to a greased baking tray, ensuring you arrange them with the pointed end downwards. Curve to form crescents then cover loosely and set aside to rise in a warm place for about 60 minutes, or until doubled in volume.
Transfer to an oven pre-heated to 200°C and bake for between 12 and 15 minutes, or until cooked through and coloured a rich golden brown. Brush with softened butter and serve warm.
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