Air Fryer Honey Mustard Sausage Rolls

Prep: 8 minCook: 15 min6 servingsmediumAmerican
Air Fryer Honey Mustard Sausage Rolls

Seasoned pork sausage mixed with honey, Dijon mustard, and thyme, wrapped in puff pastry and air-fried until golden. A savory-sweet appetizer or snack with a crispy exterior and juicy filling. Yields approximately 16 rolls depending on pastry sheet size.

Ingredients

6 servings
  • 16 oz breakfast pork sausage
    Italian sausage1:1pork

    slightly different flavor profile

  • 1 ½ tbsp honey
    maple syrup1:1sweetener

    deeper flavor

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  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
    whole grain mustard1:1condiment

    milder, textured finish

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  • 3 tbsp panko
    regular breadcrumbs1:1bindergluten-free

    finer texture

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  • 1 tsp dried thyme leaves
    fresh thyme1 tbsp choppedherb

    more aromatic

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  • 1 puff pastry sheet
    phyllo dough sheets4-5 sheetspastry

    lighter, crispier result

  • 1 egg, for egg wash

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix sausage, honey, Dijon mustard, panko, and thyme in a bowl until combined.

  2. 2

    Unroll puff pastry sheet and cut in half lengthwise.

  3. 3

    Place sausage mixture along the center of each pastry half, leaving space at edges to seal.

  4. 4

    Brush egg wash on one long edge of the pastry.

  5. 5

    Roll the pastry over the filling to meet the egg-washed edge and seal.

  6. 6

    Repeat with the second pastry half.

  7. 7

    Cut each log into 8 pieces, adjusting size as desired.

  8. 8

    Place rolls in preheated air fryer and cook at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.

  9. 9

    Optional: increase heat to 400°F for 2-3 minutes additional cooking for extra crispness and golden color.

Tips

Tip 1

Sausage mixture consistency is key; ensure ingredients are evenly combined before assembling.

Tip 2

Puff pastry sheet dimensions vary; yield will range from 14-16 rolls total.

Tip 3

Adjust cooking time based on roll size; smaller rolls cook faster than larger ones.

Tip 4

Egg wash should be applied to only one edge to ensure proper sealing.

Tip 5

Optional high-heat finish creates maximum crispness but watch for over-browning.

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate cooked rolls in airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat in air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.

Make Ahead

Assemble rolls up to 1 day ahead; refrigerate on parchment-lined tray. Cook from refrigerated state, adding 2-3 minutes to cook time.

Serve With

Serve warm with additional Dijon mustard or whole grain mustard for dipping. Works as appetizer, party food, or light snack.

Common Mistakes

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Do not skip egg wash or rolls will not seal properly during cooking.

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Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; rolls may cook unevenly.

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Do not exceed 160°F internal temperature initially or sausage may dry out.

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Avoid opening air fryer frequently during cooking as this extends total cook time.

Substitutions

Gluten-Free Swaps

panko
regular breadcrumbs1:1bindergluten-free

finer texture

Full guide →

General Alternatives

breakfast pork sausage
Italian sausage1:1pork

slightly different flavor profile

Full guide →
Dijon mustard
whole grain mustard1:1condiment

milder, textured finish

Full guide →
honey
maple syrup1:1sweetener

deeper flavor

Full guide →
dried thyme
fresh thyme1 tbsp choppedherb

more aromatic

Full guide →
puff pastry sheet
phyllo dough sheets4-5 sheetspastry

lighter, crispier result

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