Sausage Egg & Cheese Kolaches
Ingredients
- 12 raw frozen dinner rolls I use Rhodes!
- Fully cooked breakfast sausage defrosted (about 6 Jimmy Dean’s, cut into smaller pieces)
- 8 eggs
- ¼ cup heavy cream or milk
- ½ tsp onion powder optional
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 6 slices cheddar cheese I used American cheese, but any melting cheese will work
- ¼ cup everything bagel seasoning optional; you can also use other toppings
Instructions
- **Prep the Rolls**: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and evenly space 12 frozen dinner rolls about 1 inch apart. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes until soft enough to handle.
- **Cook the Eggs**: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, onion powder, salt, and pepper until light in color, about 30 seconds. Cook on the stove until just done. Mix in the defrosted breakfast sausage. Don’t overcook, as they will bake in the oven too.
- **Assemble the Rolls**: Once the rolls are soft, lightly spray your hands with nonstick spray and press the dough into 3-inch circles. Add half a slice of cheese to each, then scoop about 2 tablespoons of the egg mixture into the center. Leave about ¼ inch of dough around the edges so you can seal it. Pull the edges up together and pinch closed. If the dough isn’t sealing, wet your fingers with a little water and then try sealing again.
- **Add Toppings**: Dip the tops of the rolls into everything bagel seasoning, then place on the prepared baking sheet, seasoning side up. Cover loosely with plastic wrap sprayed with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Let them rise for 30 minutes while the oven preheats to 350°F.
- **Bake**: After 30 minutes, space the dough balls about 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet or one sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Bake according to the package instructions, usually 15-17 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before eating. Enjoy!
Notes
Store the kolaches in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 6 days. Reheat in the microwave or bake in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.