Low Sodium Sausage Kolache
Start your morning with a delightful twist on a Texas classic by making these Low Sodium Sausage Kolaches, a healthier take on the beloved breakfast pastry. This recipe features soft, pillowy homemade dough made with low sodium chicken broth and unsalted butter for a light yet rich flavor, perfectly encasing savory low-sodium sausage links for a satisfying bite without excess salt. With a golden egg wash finish, these kolaches are baked to perfection for a warm and comforting treat. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these kolaches strike the perfect balance between indulgence and heart-healthy eating. Whether you’re meal prepping or looking for grab-and-go options, these low-sodium goodies promise to be a crowd-pleaser while keeping dietary needs in check.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2.25 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 egg
- 8 low sodium sausage links
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 for egg wash egg
Instructions
In a small saucepan, heat the low sodium chicken broth and unsalted butter over low heat until the butter is melted. Let it cool until warm to the touch.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm chicken broth mixture with active dry yeast and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Add the egg and 1 cup of flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the remaining flour, about 1/2 cup at a time, mixing until the dough comes together and is slightly sticky but manageable.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, cook the low sodium sausage links according to package instructions and let them cool.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal portions.
Roll each portion of dough into a ball and flatten it into a rectangle about 5 inches long.
Place a sausage link in the center of each dough rectangle and roll it up, pinching the seams to seal.
Place the kolaches seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover them with a towel, and let them rise for another 20 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
In a small bowl, beat together the second egg and 2 tablespoons of milk to create an egg wash.
Brush the tops of the dough with the egg wash for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the kolaches are golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3691 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.9 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.8 g | 299% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 728 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 2218 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 434.5 g | 158% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 103.1 g | ||
| Protein | 134.4 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 26.1 mg | 145% | |
| Potassium | 1936 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
