Here’s a classic homemade sausage rolls recipe—flaky, savory, and way better than store-bought 😋
🥐 Sausage Rolls (Crispy & Juicy)
🛒 Ingredients
- 500g (1 lb) ground sausage (or minced beef + seasoning)
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp dried thyme or mixed herbs
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 tbsp breadcrumbs (optional, for texture)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare filling
- In a bowl, mix:
- Sausage meat
- Onion
- Garlic
- Herbs, pepper, paprika
- Breadcrumbs (if using)
2. Prepare pastry
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface
- Cut into long rectangles (about 8–10 cm wide)
3. Fill & roll
- Place sausage mixture in a line along one edge
- Roll pastry over the filling tightly
- Seal edge with a little water
4. Cut & score
- Cut into small rolls (bite-size or longer pieces)
- Lightly score the top (don’t cut through)
5. Egg wash
- Brush tops with beaten egg for golden color
6. Bake
- Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes
- Until golden brown and cooked through
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Keep pastry cold for better puff
- Don’t overfill or rolls may burst
- Use high-quality sausage for best flavor
🌶️ Variations
- Add chili flakes for spice
- Mix in grated cheese for a cheesy version
- Use chicken sausage for a lighter option
🍽️ Serve With
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Chili sauce
😍 What They’re Like
Buttery, flaky pastry with juicy, seasoned meat inside—perfect as snacks, party food, or tea-time bites.
If you want, I can give you a quick 3-ingredient sausage roll version or a bakery-style recipe with extra flaky layers 👍