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Step 1
Combine water and yeast in the stand mixer bowl and let sit for about five minutes or until yeast dissolves. If you don't have a stand mixer and are making it by hand, put them in a large bowl.
Step 2
Meanwhile, combine milk, butter, sugar, and salt in a microwave-safe medium bowl and microwave for about a minute. Stir until the butter and sugar melt. If the mixture gets too hot, let it cool to lukewarm so it doesn't kill the yeast.
Step 3
Pour the butter mixture into the large bowl or stand mixer. Thoroughly mix (it should be lukewarm) and whisk in the eggs.
Step 4
Gradually add about 3¾ cups of flour and continue mixing the dough on low, adding just enough flour to form a soft dough.
Step 5
If mixing by hand, remove the dough and place it on a lightly floured surface. Knead for 6-8 minutes.
Step 6
Place dough in a greased bowl, turning once to coat the dough. Cover loosely with a clean cloth and let rise in a warm place for 1½-2 hours or until doubled. Punch the dough down.
Step 7
Lightly flour your work surface and divide the dough in half. Form a ball with each half, roll them into 12-inch rounds, and cut them into 16 wedges. Roll up wedges, starting from the wide end, to form a crescent shape.
Step 8
Spray the baking sheet pan with oil or butter, then place crescent rolls on the oiled pan ½-1” apart. Cover lightly with a kitchen towel and let rise for about 30 minutes or until the dough is puffy.
Step 9
Preheat oven to 400℉. Brush crescent rolls with butter. Place in the oven and bake until golden brown, 12-14 minutes.
Step 10
Serve warm with remaining butter if desired.