Classic Homemade Sausage Rolls Recipe — Crispy Puff Pastry Filling

Sausage rolls are a simple, crowd-pleasing appetizer inspired by a British classic. Seasoned sausage is wrapped in buttery, flaky puff pastry for a handheld snack that’s ideal for parties or casual gatherings.

I discovered sausage rolls while living in England. They’re as popular there as pigs in a blanket are here, and for good reason: they’re savory, portable, and easy to prepare.

Ground pork sausage is combined with panko breadcrumbs and a blend of seasonings, then enclosed in puff pastry and baked until golden and flaky. These rolls disappear fast in my house—my three teenage boys always devour them!

Ingredients

• Puff pastry dough – store-bought sheets work well (Pepperidge Farm recommended)
• Ground pork sausage – choose mild, hot, or sage-flavored to suit your taste
• Eggs – for the filling and an egg wash
• Panko breadcrumbs – provide a coarser texture than regular crumbs
• Seasonings: salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning

Step by step

1. Thaw the puff pastry according to package directions. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground sausage, one egg, panko breadcrumbs, and the seasonings. Mix with your hands until evenly combined.
3. Unfold each puff pastry sheet and cut it into three long strips along the fold lines.
4. Divide the sausage mixture into six equal portions. Shape each portion into a log the same length as the pastry strips. Place a sausage log along the center of each strip, pinch the pastry closed around the filling, and set the seam-side down on the prepared sheet.

Tip: If the pastry is tight around the filling, gently press the sides of the dough with your fingers to flatten and stretch it slightly.

5. Using a sharp knife, cut each filled pastry tube into four equal pieces to create individual rolls.
6. Beat the remaining egg with a tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush each roll lightly with the wash and bake for about 25 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and golden and the sausage is cooked through.

Serving suggestions

Sausage rolls are delicious served warm or at room temperature. Offer them plain or with mustard—classic yellow or a sweeter honey mustard both pair nicely.

Storage

Store leftover sausage rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

To freeze unbaked rolls, stop before applying the egg wash. Arrange the rolls on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. To bake from frozen, place rolls on a baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and add 5–10 minutes to the baking time, until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

If you try this recipe, feel free to leave a comment and rating—it’s always great to hear feedback.

Sausage Rolls

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• Author: Melissa Riker
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 24 rolls