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Savory Breakfast Rolls with Sausage, Cheese, and Vegetables Recipe

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  • Author: Zoe
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x

Description

These Savory Breakfast Rolls feature a soft homemade dough filled with a flavorful mixture of breakfast sausage, sautéed peppers and onions, garlic, and a blend of cream cheese, cheddar, and mozzarella. Topped with an egg wash and a sprinkle of seeds or seasoning, they are perfect for a hearty, delicious breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 3 ½ cups (420g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups (300ml) warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
  • ¼ cup (60ml) olive oil, plus more for greasing

Filling

  • 1 pound (450g) breakfast sausage, removed from casings
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup (50g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Topping

  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • Everything bagel seasoning
  • Sesame seeds
  • Poppy seeds

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture is foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Make Dough: Add olive oil and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead Dough: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Adjust flour or water as needed.
  4. First Rise: Lightly grease a large bowl with olive oil, place dough inside and turn to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, until doubled in size.
  5. Cook Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease.
  6. Sauté Vegetables: Add onions and bell peppers to the sausage in the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Add Garlic and Seasoning: Stir in minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper; cook 1 more minute until fragrant.
  8. Prepare Filling: Remove skillet from heat and cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine cooked sausage mixture, cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, and parsley. Mix well and adjust seasoning as needed.
  9. Prepare Dough for Filling: Once dough has risen, punch down to release air and roll out on a floured surface into a 12×18 inch rectangle.
  10. Spread Filling: Evenly spread sausage and cheese filling over dough, leaving a small border along one long edge.
  11. Roll Dough: Starting from the opposite long edge, roll dough tightly into a log and pinch seam to seal.
  12. Slice Rolls: Using a sharp knife or dental floss, cut the log into 12 equal slices.
  13. Second Rise: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and place rolls cut side up, spaced slightly apart. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffed.
  14. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  15. Egg Wash: Whisk together egg and milk in a small bowl.
  16. Apply Egg Wash: Gently brush tops of rolls with egg wash.
  17. Add Toppings: Sprinkle rolls with everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, or poppy seeds as desired.
  18. Bake Rolls: Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and filling is bubbly.
  19. Cool and Serve: Allow rolls to cool for a few minutes in dish before serving.

Notes

  • The dough should be kneaded until elastic but not sticky; add flour or water gradually.
  • Make sure sausage mixture cools slightly before mixing with cheeses to avoid melting.
  • Feel free to swap cheeses for your favorites or add herbs like chives or thyme for added flavor.
  • Store leftover rolls in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best texture.
  • These rolls freeze well; freeze before second rise and thaw before baking.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: savory breakfast rolls, breakfast sausage rolls, stuffed rolls, cheesy breakfast rolls, homemade dough rolls

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