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Texas Kolaches

Savory Texas Kolaches: Your New Breakfast Obsession

Discover the joy of Texas Kolaches, a delightful pastry filled with savory goodness perfect for breakfast.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Proofing Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 16 kolaches
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use salted butter if unsalted isn’t available, but reduce the added salt.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Bread flour can be used for a chewier texture.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Use coconut sugar for a lower glycemic index alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Rapid Rise Yeast Active dry yeast can be used; just activate it in warm water before mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt No substitutions recommended for flavor balance.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with any non-dairy milk for lactose-free options.
  • 1 each Egg + Egg Yolk (slightly beaten) Replace with a flaxseed egg for a vegan version.
For the Filling
  • 16 links Smoked Sausage Different varieties can be used like ham, boudin, or brisket for alternative flavors.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • small saucepan
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 5 tablespoons of unsalted butter, then combine with 4 cups of flour, 1/4 cup of sugar, 2 tablespoons of yeast, and 1 teaspoon of salt in a mixer. Slowly add 1 cup of warm milk and 1 beaten egg. Mix for 8 minutes until sticky and smooth.
  2. Grease a large bowl with oil, place the dough inside, cover, and proof for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  3. Punch down the dough, divide into 16 pieces, roll into balls, and arrange on two lined baking sheets. Cover and proof for another 90 minutes.
  4. Slice smoked sausage into 3-inch pieces while the dough is proofing.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F. Flatten a dough ball, insert a sausage piece, and wrap tightly to seal.
  6. Bake for 22-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kolacheCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure the milk and butter mixture is warm but not hot; use room temperature ingredients for better blending. Watch the proofing time closely for optimal texture.

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