Texas Kolaches
Make-Ahead | Make dough as directed. Once you get to the second rise portion of the recipe, transfer the dough balls (on the sheet pans), spritz the tops with oil, and lightly cover with plastic wrap. Transfer to the fridge and allow to complete the second rise overnight. Assemble kolaches within 24 hours.
Ingredients
- 10 tbspunsalted butter
- 1 cwhole milk
- 3 ½ call-purpose flour
- ⅓ cgranulated sugar
- 2 ¼ tsprapid rise yeast
or instant
- 1 ½ tspsalt
- 1egg + 1 egg yolk
slightly beaten
- 8 smallsmoked sausage links
split lengthwise and cut into 3" pieces
Directions
Make the dough:
- 1
Add the butter to a small saucepan over medium heat to melt. Do not allow to brown. As soon as the butter has melted, add the milk and stir until blended. Set aside.
- 2
Add the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Mix on low until combined.
- 3
Switch out the paddle attachment for the dough hook and add the milk/butter mixture, as well as the egg and the egg yolk. Mix on low for about 1 minute, then, increase the speed to medium (#6 on KitchenAid stand mixer) and knead for 8 minutes.
- 4
In the meantime, add about 3 cups of water to a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Then, grease a large bowl. You'll also need to arrange your oven racks so that you can fit the saucepan on the floor of the oven with a rack situated above it. Your large bowl will go on top of the rack. The bowl does not need to be oven-safe.
- 5
Once the dough has finished kneading (it will soft and somewhat sticky), use floured hands to form it into a ball and transfer it the greased bowl. Place the saucepan of boiling water on the oven floor and the bowl on the rack above it. Close the oven door and allow the dough to proof for 1 - 1 1/2 hour, until it has doubled in size.
- 6
Remove the bowl from the oven (leave the saucepan in) and punch down the dough. On a floured work surface, divide it into 4 equal pieces, and then divide each of those pieces into quarters. You should have 16 pieces of dough.
- 7
Roll the dough into balls and transfer to 2 baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 to 3 inches apart. Close the oven door and allow to proof for 90 minutes.
- 8
Remove both pans and the saucepan from the oven and preheat it to 350°F.
To make sausage kolaches:
- 1
Wrap each dough ball around a piece of sausage until it is fully enclosed and pinch to seal any seams.
Bake:
- 1
Place seam-side down on the baking sheet and bake for 22-25 minutes, until golden in color. Allow to cool slightly, serve, and enjoy!
Texas Kolaches
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About this Recipe
Craving a taste of Texas right in your kitchen? This recipe for authentic Texas Kolaches brings the beloved pastry home with an easy, pillowy soft yeast dough perfect for a hearty breakfast or satisfying snack.
What sets this kolache recipe apart is its remarkably tender, yeast-leavened dough that yields a light, airy pastry every time. Paired with savory sausage, it strikes that perfect balance between sweet and savory, making it a true Texas classic you'll want to bake again and again. Plus, the clever make-ahead dough option means you can enjoy freshly baked kolaches even on busy mornings.
Prepare yourself for a delightful experience. You'll bite into a golden-brown exterior that gives way to an incredibly pillowy soft interior, characteristic of the best yeast doughs. Each kolache cradles a piece of smoky, savory sausage, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. This dish is designed to be a substantial and comforting breakfast, perfect for fueling your day or sharing with family and friends. The mild sweetness of the dough beautifully complements the robust flavor of the smoked sausage.
While this recipe shines with classic sausage, you can easily adapt the savory filling. Experiment with different types of small smoked sausages, perhaps a spicy variant for an extra kick, or a chicken sausage for a lighter option. These savory kolaches, often referred to as Klobasneks, are incredibly versatile, inviting you to explore various hearty fillings within the same tender dough.
Texas Kolaches are a breakfast staple, ideal for weekend brunches, holiday mornings, or a satisfying grab-and-go meal. Serve them warm, perhaps alongside a cup of coffee or a glass of milk, to complete a truly comforting start to your day.