Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Make the dough in the bread machine
- Add the warm water, warm milk, sugar, and yeast into the insert of your bread machine. Stir gently, cover, and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until frothy and bubbly. If it doesn’t foam, the yeast isn’t active and you'll need to start again with fresh yeast for the best rise.
- Add the egg and cold cubed butter directly to the bubbly yeast mixture.
- Add the flour all at once, then make a small well in the top and pour in the salt. Lightly cover it with flour so it doesn’t immediately mix with the yeast.
- Place the insert back into your bread machine and select the “Dough” cycle. Mine takes about 90 minutes, perfect for tidying up or brewing a tea while the magic happens!
- Once the dough cycle finishes, tip the dough out onto a floured surface and roll it into a large rectangle (around 16x12 inches). Spread the softened butter evenly across the top.
- Cut the dough into 10 - 12 large triangles. Place one hot dog at the wide end of each triangle, then roll tightly toward the tip to form that classic crescent shape.
- Transfer the rolls to a parchment or foil-lined baking sheet, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and let them rise for 1 hour, until puffed and pillowy.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Brush each roll with the egg wash (if using) and bake for 23 to 25 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Serve warm with ketchup, mustard, or a side salad. Perfect for quick dinners, party trays, or even a cheeky weekend brunch.
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Notes
- You can prepare the dough in advance and refrigerate overnight. Let it rest at room temperature before shaping.
- Quality hot dogs truly make a difference. Try chicken apple sausage or smoked franks for a twist.
Storage
- Cool leftovers completely before storing.
- Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- To freeze, wrap each individually and store in a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in the oven at 325°F for 10 minutes to refresh that soft, bakery texture.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
