Description
This classic British Sausage Rolls recipe features flaky puff pastry wrapped around savory seasoned ground pork sausage. Perfect as a party appetizer or snack, these sausage rolls are golden-baked to a crispy finish and packed with flavor from garlic, onion powders, and Dijon mustard. They’re simple, satisfying, and delicious served warm with your favorite dips.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage Filling
- 1/2 pound ground pork sausage
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Pastry & Egg Wash
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Make the Sausage Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the ground pork sausage, breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined to keep the texture tender.
- Prepare the Pastry: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the thawed puff pastry to smooth out any seams. Cut the pastry sheet lengthwise into two long rectangular strips.
- Form the Sausage Logs: Divide the sausage mixture into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a log and place it along the center of each puff pastry strip.
- Apply Egg Wash and Seal: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to create an egg wash. Brush one edge of each pastry strip with the egg wash. Fold the opposite edge over the sausage log, pressing the edges firmly to seal the rolls. Position each roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Finish and Cut Rolls: Brush the tops of the pastry rolls with remaining egg wash to create a golden, shiny crust. Cut each roll into 4 equal pieces to make a total of 8 sausage rolls. For extra flair, lightly score the tops with a knife, but don’t cut all the way through.
- Bake the Rolls: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed, flaky, and golden brown, and the sausage is cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let the sausage rolls cool slightly before serving. They are excellent accompanied by ketchup, mustard, or chutney for dipping.
Notes
- For a spicier version, substitute regular sausage with spicy sausage.
- Add fresh chopped herbs like sage or thyme into the sausage mixture for additional flavor.
- Serve warm with your choice of dips such as ketchup, mustard, or chutney.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
