Air Fryer Crescent Rolls

Ready in about 16 minutes.

Updated 7 September 2026

Buttery, flaky crescent rolls that puff up soft and golden in the air fryer. Ready in under ten minutes, they are the perfect quick bread for dinner or a lazy weekend breakfast.

Ingredients

  • 1 tube (about 220 g) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (optional)
  • 1 tsp dried parsley (optional)
  • Pinch of flaky salt

Method

  1. 1Separate the dough into triangles and roll each up from the wide end to the point.
  2. 2Curve the ends gently to form a crescent shape.
  3. 3Preheat the air fryer to 160°C/320°F and line with perforated paper.
  4. 4Place the rolls spaced apart and brush with melted butter.
  5. 5Air fry for 7-9 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  6. 6Sprinkle with flaky salt and serve warm.

Tips for the best results

  • A lower temperature stops the outside browning before the middle cooks.
  • Do not crowd the basket, they need room to expand.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer crescent rolls?+

Cook at 160°C / 320°F for 7-9 min.

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