Sausage And Cheese Kolaches Recipe

Recreate the magic of Shipley's famous Sausage and Cheese Kolaches with this delicious recipe! Learn how to make these irresistible, flaky pastries filled with savory sausage and melted cheese. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a satisfying snack.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 174.5 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sausage And Cheese Kolaches

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How to Make Sausage And Cheese Kolaches

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water (105-115°F), yeast (2 1/4 tsp), and sugar (1 tbsp). Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour (5 cups), salt (1 tsp), and shortening (1 cup).
  3. Add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. Brown sausage (1 lb) in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  6. In a bowl, combine the cooked sausage, shredded cheddar cheese (2 cups), and optionally, some chopped onions (1/2 cup) or bell peppers (1/2 cup).
  7. Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  8. Using a 3-inch cookie cutter or glass, cut out circles of dough.
  9. Place a spoonful of the sausage and cheese filling in the center of each circle.
  10. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and crimp the edges to seal.
  11. Place the kolaches on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  12. Let them rise for another 15-20 minutes.
  13. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  14. Let cool slightly before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

16g

Carbs

5g

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