Cheesy Crescent Dogs
Ingredients
Dough
250g bread flour (about 2 cups)
1½ cups whole milk (360ml), warm
2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28g), softened
1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
½ tablespoon active dry yeast (4–5g)
1 tablespoon sugar (12g)
Filling
8 hot dogs
8 slices mozzarella cheese, or 1 cup (115g) shredded mozzarella
For Brushing
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 egg yolk, beaten (optional, for a shinier finish)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until the yeast becomes foamy.
Add the flour, softened butter, and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
Knead for 8–10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 2: Divide the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and divide it into 8 equal portions.
Shape each portion into a ball and allow them to rest for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Shape the Crescent Dogs
Roll each dough ball into a long triangle shape.
Place a slice of mozzarella cheese on the wide end of the triangle and place a hot dog on top.
Roll the dough tightly around the cheese and hot dog, starting from the wide end and working toward the tip.
Place the rolls seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking tray.
Step 4: Proof
Cover the tray and let the dough rise for 25 minutes until slightly puffy.
Step 5: Bake
Preheat the oven to 380°F (193°C).
Brush the tops with beaten egg yolk for a golden finish, or melted butter for a softer crust.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the crescent dogs are golden brown.
Step 6: Finish
Remove from the oven and brush lightly with melted butter while still warm.
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Baker's Notes
Mozzarella provides the best cheese pull, but cheddar, provolone, or a cheese blend also work well.
Make sure the cheese is completely wrapped inside the dough to prevent leaking during baking.
These are delicious served with ketchup, mustard, ranch, or spicy mayo.
For a bakery-style appearance, sprinkle sesame seeds on top before baking.
Yield
8 Cheesy Crescent Dogs