Sausage Cheese Breakfast Rolls (Print View)

Soft rolls packed with sausage and cheese, ideal for a warm, satisfying morning meal.

# Components:

→ Dough

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons instant yeast
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 3/4 cup warm milk
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1 large egg

→ Filling

08 - 8 ounces breakfast sausage, casing removed
09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
11 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives (optional)
12 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Topping

13 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
14 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a large bowl. Incorporate warm milk, melted butter, and egg until a cohesive, sticky dough is achieved.
02 - Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and allow to rise in a warm environment for approximately 1 hour, or until doubled in volume.
03 - While the dough rises, cook the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks until thoroughly browned. Drain any excess rendered fat and allow to cool.
04 - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
05 - Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down. Roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle measuring approximately 12x8 inches.
06 - Evenly distribute the cooked and cooled sausage over the rolled-out dough. Follow with the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, chopped chives (if using), and a generous grinding of black pepper.
07 - Starting from one of the longer edges, carefully roll the dough up tightly to form a log. Slice the log into 8 equally sized portions.
08 - Place the sliced rolls cut-side up onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops of the rolls with the beaten egg wash. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds.
09 - Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the rolls are beautifully golden brown and fully cooked through.
10 - Allow the baked rolls to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 45 minutes total
  • Uses simple pantry ingredients you likely already have
  • Perfect make ahead breakfast for busy mornings
  • Customizable with your favorite cheese varieties
02 -
  • These rolls can be assembled the night before and refrigerated
  • Each roll packs 14g of protein for a satisfying start to your day
  • Freezes beautifully for up to 2 months when properly wrapped
03 -
  • Always let the sausage cool completely before adding to the dough to prevent premature cheese melting
  • For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to the dough mixture
  • Slice rolls with unflavored dental floss instead of a knife for cleaner cuts without compression

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