Easy Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls

Crispy golden sausage rolls made with just three ingredients: puff pastry, ground sausage, and egg wash. These handheld pastries deliver savory pork flavor wrapped in buttery, flaky dough. Perfect for appetizers, lunch boxes, parties, or quick dinners. The streamlined ingredient list makes this version accessible for weeknight cooking while the impressive presentation suits entertaining.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400 F.
- 2
Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 3
Dust work surface with flour and roll each puff pastry sheet into a 10x10-inch square.
- 4
Cut each square in half to create four 5x10-inch rectangles.
- 5
Divide ground sausage into 4 equal portions.
- 6
Place a 1.5-inch strip of sausage down the center of each rectangle.
- 7
Whisk egg with a fork in a small bowl.
- 8
Brush egg wash along the long edges of each pastry rectangle using a pastry brush.
- 9
Roll each rectangle from the long side over the sausage, pressing the seam closed.
- 10
Slice each roll into 1.5-inch pieces and place seam-side down on lined baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
- 11
Refrigerate second batch if needed.
- 12
Brush all exposed pastry with egg wash.
- 13
Bake for 20-25 minutes until sausage is cooked through and pastry is golden-brown.
- 14
Cool slightly before serving.
Tips
Keep pastry cold until baking to prevent shrinking. Work quickly after defrosting and refrigerate assembled rolls if not baking immediately.
For even cooking, arrange rolls so they don't touch and rotate baking sheets halfway through if your oven has hot spots.
Good to Know
Unbaked rolls keep refrigerated up to 24 hours. Baked rolls store in an airtight container for 3 days.
Assemble and refrigerate unbaked rolls up to 1 day ahead, or freeze for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding 5-10 minutes to cooking time.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Pair with mustard, tomato sauce, or hot sauce.
Common Mistakes
Use cold pastry to avoid shrinking during rolling and baking.
Don't skip egg wash for proper browning and pastry structure.
Space rolls adequately to prevent them from baking together.
Substitutions
Vegan Options
General Alternatives
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FAQ
Can I use a different type of sausage?
Yes. Italian, spicy, chicken, or turkey sausage all work well. Choose a flavorful variety since it's the main protein. Ground meat should be raw, not pre-cooked.
Can I freeze the unbaked rolls?
Absolutely. Arrange rolls on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5-10 minutes to the baking time.
How long do baked rolls keep?
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in a 350 F oven for 8-10 minutes to restore crispness.