Sausages in dough on kefir

Cookinero 12 Dec 2025

Sausages in dough are a Russian alternative to the world-famous hot dog. This pastry is one of the most popular in the post-Soviet space. A delicious sausage wrapped in a spiral of dough will appeal to both adults and children! In this recipe, the dough is prepared using sourdough and kefir. The peculiarity of this dough is the long wait, the dough must sit and rise. The result is worth the time spent, and everyone's favorite sausage in dough turns out very tasty and appetizing!

How to cook Sausages in dough on kefir

Step 1

Sausages in dough on kefir

Take a deep bowl and start making the dough. Pour a glass of warm water into the bowl and dissolve the yeast in it. Then add sugar and leave the dough for 20 minutes. Then break one chicken egg into the same bowl, add kefir. Mix all the ingredients well.

Step 2

Sausages in dough on kefir

Then add sifted flour and knead the dough well. Cover the bowl with cling film and put it in a warm place for 90 minutes.

Step 3

Sausages in dough on kefir

Sprinkle a clean surface with a little flour and turn the risen dough out onto it. Roll out the dough ball into a 0.5 cm thick layer and cut into 4 strips.

Step 4

Sausages in dough on kefir

Prepare a baking tray. Line it with parchment paper and grease it with butter. Then make sausage rolls. To do this, take a sausage and wrap it in one of the dough strips like a spiral. Brush the sausage rolls with egg yolk.

Step 5

Sausages in dough on kefir

Place the sausages in the oven for 25 minutes at 180 C. The sausages in dough are ready!

Sausages in dough on kefir - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes! You can use an equal amount of buttermilk or plain yogurt thinned with a tablespoon of water as a kefir substitute. The acidity helps activate the yeast and tenderize the dough.
Simply replace the meat sausages with plant-based sausages or seasoned veggie hot dogs. All other steps remain the same for a delicious vegetarian version.
Absolutely. Freeze unbaked rolls on a tray before transferring to airtight bags for 2 months. Bake from frozen – just add 5-7 extra minutes. Cooked rolls can also be frozen and reheated in a 350°F (175°C) oven.
Store cooled sausage rolls in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge. Reheat in a toaster oven or regular oven (not microwave) at 350°F (175°C) for 5-8 minutes to maintain crispiness.
This usually means your yeast wasn't properly activated. Ensure your water is warm (110-115°F/43-46°C), not hot, and your rising space is draft-free. Old yeast can also cause poor rising – test it first by seeing if it bubbles when mixed with warm water and sugar.
For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For low-carb, try almond flour dough (note: texture will differ significantly). You'll need to adjust liquid quantities and may need xanthan gum as binding agent for GF versions.
They pair well with honey mustard, spicy ketchup, or cheese dip. For sides, try a simple cabbage slaw, roasted vegetables, or tomato soup for a comforting meal.

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