crescent roll

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crescent roll

A baker places freshly baked crescent rolls on a cooling rack.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A very rich, flaky, crescent-shaped bread roll, typically made with a laminated dough that contains a high proportion of butter or fat, giving it a tender, layered texture.
Usage
  • The word "crescent roll" is a countable noun. It refers to a specific type of baked good, often served as a side dish, for breakfast, or as part of a meal.
  • It is typically used in its singular or plural form to refer to one or more of these rolls.
  • Example: "Would you like a crescent roll with your soup?" or "She baked a tray of crescent rolls for the party."
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The warm crescent rolls were served straight from the oven.
    • This recipe for homemade crescent rolls uses real butter for the best flavor.
    • He spread jam on his crescent roll.
Advanced Usage
  • "Crescent roll dough": Refers to the prepared, often pre-packaged, dough used to make the rolls before baking.
    • She used store-bought crescent roll dough to make a quick appetizer.
Variants and Related Words
  • Crescent (noun/adjective): While "crescent" alone can describe the shape, in a culinary context, "crescent roll" is the standard term for the food item. Using just "crescent" to mean the roll is informal and usually relies on context.
  • Roll (noun): A small, individual portion of bread. "Crescent roll" is a specific type of roll.
  • Croissant (noun): A French pastry of a similar crescent shape, made with a yeast-leavened laminated dough. While related in shape and technique, a croissant is distinct from a typical American-style "crescent roll," which is often less buttery and may use different leavening.
Synonyms
  • Butterflake roll: A term sometimes used for a similar rich, layered roll.
  • Crescent bread roll: A more descriptive synonym.
Related Phrases
  • Crescent roll appetizers: Refers to various quick dishes made by wrapping crescent roll dough around fillings like cheese, sausage, or vegetables before baking.
    • We made spinach and feta crescent roll appetizers for the gathering.
crescent roll

A baker places freshly baked crescent rolls on a cooling rack.

Noun
  1. very rich flaky crescent-shaped roll

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