Pølsehorn (Pigs in a Blanket)
We would recommend making these fluffy rolls for a party or for breakfast, but they are delicious any time of day. Enjoy with ketchup, mustard, or your condiment of choice!
Ingredients
DOUGH
- 200 ml milk
- 2 tsp instant yeast (2.25 tsp active-dry yeast, 17.5g fresh yeast)
- ½ tbsp sugar
- ¾ tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 375 grams all-purpose flour
- 35 grams unsalted butter, softened
ASSEMBLY & TOPPING
- 1 packet of 8-10 hot dogs, or 16-20 cocktail sausages
- 1 egg for egg wash
- Sesame seeds for the top (optional)
Instructions
- If using active dry or fresh yeast – heat up the milk, either in the microwave or in a saucepan, until it is “fingervarm” (finger warm), meaning it should feel warm to the touch but not hot. Add the yeast and sugar and stir to dissolve. Let it rest 5-10 minutes until it begins to froth and bubble a little bit. If using instant yeast – just add the yeast and milk in the next step.
- Add the egg and salt to a large bowl. Either wait for the yeast mixture to froth up and add it, or just add the yeast, milk, and sugar in this step. Mix well.
- Slowly add the flour and softened butter, mixing with a wooden spoon until the dough starts to come together.
- Knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes. Add more flour if the dough is too sticky; it should be soft and smooth, not too sticky nor too dry. Use a stand mixer if you would prefer!
- Let rise at room temperature (if room temp is very cold wherever you are, put it in a warm place, i.e. under a light) for about one hour or until doubled in size.
- Once dough has risen, divide dough into 2 equal pieces and roll each piece into a circle. If you have a pack of 10 hot dogs, cut each circle into 10 triangles (so you have 20 total). If you have a pack of 8, cut each circle into 8 triangles (so you have 16 total).
- Cut your hot dogs in half, or use cocktail sausages. Place each piece on the larger end of the triangle and roll towards the point.
- Place the rolls on a prepared baking sheet with the point underneath so it doesn't unroll. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes. In the meantime, preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (204C).
- Brush with egg wash and add sesame seeds to the top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown!
