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Christmas Sausage Rolls

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  • Author: samahkitchen
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12-16 mini sausage rolls 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Description

These Christmas Sausage Rolls are a holiday twist on a classic favorite! Juicy sausage is mixed with dried cranberries, fresh sage, and warming spices, then wrapped in flaky golden puff pastry. Serve them with a side of cranberry sauce or honey mustard dip for a perfect holiday appetizer.


Ingredients

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For the Sausage Filling:

  • 1 lb (450g) pork sausage (or ground pork)
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh sage, finely chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (for texture)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for binding)

For the Pastry:

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 teaspoon milk (optional, for shinier egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or poppy seeds (for garnish, optional)

For Serving:

  • Cranberry sauce
  • Honey mustard dip

Instructions

Prepare the Filling:

In a large bowl, mix together the sausage, chopped cranberries, sage, thyme, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, nutmeg, garlic powder, cinnamon, breadcrumbs, and 1 beaten egg until well combined.

2. Assemble the Sausage Rolls:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle (if not pre-rolled). Cut in half lengthwise to create two long strips.

Divide the sausage mixture in half and shape each portion into a long log, placing it down the center of each pastry strip.

Brush one edge of each pastry strip with a little beaten egg, then fold the pastry over the filling, pressing to seal.

Cut into bite-sized pieces (about 2 inches each) or keep as longer rolls if preferred.

3. Bake the Sausage Rolls:

Place the rolls seam-side down on the lined baking sheet.

Brush the tops with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if using.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

4. Serve & Enjoy:

Let the sausage rolls cool slightly before serving.

Serve with cranberry sauce or honey mustard dip for a festive touch!


Notes

Make-Ahead: Assemble and freeze unbaked sausage rolls for up to 1 month. Bake from frozen, adding 5 extra minutes to the cooking time.

Puff Pastry Alternative: Use phyllo dough or crescent roll dough for a different texture.

Meat Options: Swap pork for chicken, turkey, or a plant-based sausage alternative.

Spicy Version: Add ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the sausage mix.