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Sausage Egg & Cheese Kolaches

Savory Sausage Egg & Cheese Kolaches for Breakfast Bliss

Delight in these Sausage Egg & Cheese Kolaches, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Rising Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 7 minutes
Servings: 12 kolaches
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 12 rolls Frozen Dinner Rolls Rhodes brand works best for ideal texture.
For the Filling
  • 1 package Fully Cooked Breakfast Sausage Turkey sausage is a lighter option.
  • 4 large Eggs Consider using egg whites for a healthier version.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or Milk Opt for a dairy-free milk alternative if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional flavor boost.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to suit your preference.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to suit your preference.
  • 6 slices Cheddar Cheese Feel free to swap with mozzarella or American cheese.
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Everything Bagel Seasoning Experiment with toppings like sesame or poppy seeds.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Non-Stick Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • plastic wrap
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Place 12 frozen dinner rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise at room temperature for about 20 minutes until they soften and expand.
  2. Whisk together eggs, cream, onion powder (if using), salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Cook in a non-stick skillet over medium heat, stirring gently until set. Fold in the defrosted breakfast sausage.
  3. Flatten each risen roll into a 3-inch circle, place half a slice of cheddar cheese, and about 2 tablespoons of the egg and sausage mixture in the center. Pinch the edges to seal.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Dip tops of kolaches in everything bagel seasoning, arrange back on the baking sheet, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  5. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

These kolaches are versatile; feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients.