Sausage Bread Rolls (Pigs in a Blanket)

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Chido (@rezawaya)

Delicious sausage bread rolls, also known as pigs in a blanket, perfect for a snack or appetizer.

Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
40min
Sausage Bread Rolls (Pigs in a Blanket) recipe

Ingredients

8 Servings
(1 serving = 1 sausage bread roll)

Dough

  • 2 1/4cup
    cake/plain flour
  • 1tsp
    salt
  • 1tbsp
    sugar
  • 1 1/2tsp
    yeast
  • 2tbsp
    oil
  • 3/4cup
    warm milk

Others

  • 1
    egg
  • 8piece
    viennas

How to make Sausage Bread Rolls (Pigs in a Blanket)

Prepare the Dough

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.

    Step 1.1: In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast
  2. Add the oil and warm milk to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

    Step 1.1: Add the oil and warm milk to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms
    Step 1.2: Add the oil and warm milk to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms
    Step 1.3: Add the oil and warm milk to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.

    Step 1.1: Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size.

    Step 1.1: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size
    Step 1.2: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size

Assemble the Rolls

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.

    Step 2.1: Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces
  3. Roll each piece of dough into a rectangle and wrap it around a vienna sausage.

    Step 2.1: Roll each piece of dough into a rectangle and wrap it around a vienna sausage
    Step 2.2: Roll each piece of dough into a rectangle and wrap it around a vienna sausage
  4. Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

    Step 2.1: Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
  5. Brush the rolls with beaten egg.

    Step 2.1: Brush the rolls with beaten egg

Bake

  1. Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

    Step 3.1: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown
    Step 3.2: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast properly.

  2. You can add herbs or cheese to the dough for extra flavor.

FAQS

  1. How do I make sausage bread rolls from scratch?

    To make sausage bread rolls, start by mixing 2.25 cups of cake or plain flour with 1 tsp of salt, 1 tbsp of sugar, and 1.5 tsp of yeast in a large bowl. Then, add 2 tbsp of oil and 0.75 cup of warm milk to form a dough. Knead the dough until smooth, let it rise until doubled, and then wrap it around vienna sausages before baking.

  2. Can I make pigs in a blanket with gluten-free flour?

    Yes, you can make pigs in a blanket using gluten-free flour. Just ensure you use a gluten-free all-purpose blend that includes xanthan gum for the best texture. Follow the same recipe steps, and you’ll have delicious gluten-free sausage bread rolls.

  3. What are some good storage tips for leftover sausage bread rolls?

    To store leftover sausage bread rolls, let them cool completely, then place them in an airtight container. They can be kept at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to a week. For longer storage, consider freezing them; just wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag.

  4. What can I serve with sausage bread rolls as a dipping sauce?

    Sausage bread rolls pair wonderfully with a variety of dipping sauces. Consider serving them with mustard, ketchup, or a spicy aioli. For a more gourmet touch, a honey mustard or barbecue sauce can also enhance the flavors of your pigs in a blanket.

  5. Can I substitute vienna sausages with other types of sausages in this recipe?

    Absolutely! You can substitute vienna sausages with other types of sausages such as cocktail sausages, hot dogs, or even vegetarian sausages for a meat-free option. Just adjust the cooking time if necessary, especially for larger sausages.

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