Baking Alchemy · European-inspired
Herb and Garlic Butter Crescent Rolls
Perfectly flaky rolls infused with savory bliss
These savory crescent rolls, bathed in a luscious herb and garlic butter, are your next best companion to any saucy dish. With each bite, enjoy the fusion of flaky pastry and aromatic herbs, making them perfect for mopping up every last bit of Hungarian Chicken Paprikash or any comforting stew.
A recipe by Céleste · Pastry & Baking Lead · Cookbookverse Kitchen
Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
8
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
Crescent Rolls
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
Method
- 1
Prepare Herb and Garlic Butter
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in parsley, thyme, and salt. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 2
Shape the Crescent Rolls
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles. Brush each triangle lightly with the herb and garlic butter.
- 3
Roll and Bake
Starting at the wide end, roll each triangle into a crescent shape. Place them on an ungreased baking sheet, point side down. Brush the rolls with a little more herb and garlic butter.
- 4
Bake to Perfection
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and brush with any remaining herb and garlic butter. Serve warm.
Origin story
Crescent rolls are a classic staple in many European cuisines, known for their buttery, flaky layers. The addition of herbs and garlic elevates this simple bread into a gourmet side perfect for rich dishes like Hungarian Chicken Paprikash.
