Description
Delight in the whimsical charm of Flower Buns with Cheese and Sausage, a perfect treat for any gathering or family dinner. These delightful flower-shaped buns are not just visually appealing; they are bursting with savory flavors from gooey mozzarella cheese and hearty ground sausage. Ideal as appetizers, snacks, or even a main dish, these buns bring joy to both kids and adults alike. The simple preparation makes it easy to involve the whole family in the fun of baking. Serve them warm with a side of marinara or your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds or poppy seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix warm milk with sugar and sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Cook the ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat and cool slightly.
- Punch down risen dough and divide into 12 pieces. Flatten each piece slightly, place filling in the center, gather edges to seal, and shape into flowers.
- Let formed buns rise again for about 30 minutes while preheating oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with seeds if desired. Bake for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool briefly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 234
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 448mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 49mg