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Mini Sausage Rolls

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Crispy, flaky & unbelievably easy to make

These Mini Sausage Rolls are the ultimate party snack crispy, golden, savory, and unbelievably easy to make! Using beef sausage instead of pork keeps them flavorful and juicy while staying true to your no-pork recipe guidelines. Wrapped in flaky puff pastry and baked until perfectly crisp, each bite delivers warm, seasoned beef and buttery pastry heaven. They’re the perfect finger food for holidays, game days, potlucks, birthday parties, or last-minute entertaining. Serve them with your favorite dips for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Elegant enough for parties yet simple enough for everyday snacking this Emma’s Cake Studio classic never misses!

Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18–20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 20–24 mini rolls

Ingredients List

For the Rolls

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 oz beef sausage (or chicken sausage), casing removed
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • Salt & pepper to taste

For Brushing

  • 1 egg, beaten (optional for shine)
  • Sesame seeds (optional)

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp knife
  • Small bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • Fork

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling:
    In a bowl, mix beef sausage with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Prep the pastry:
    Unroll puff pastry and cut into 3 long strips.
  3. Fill and roll:
    Shape sausage mixture into long logs and place along each pastry strip. Roll the pastry over the sausage and seal the edges with a fork.
  4. Slice:
    Cut into 1–1.5 inch mini rolls.
  5. Brush & top:
    Place on a parchment-lined tray. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. 🥐✨
  6. Bake:
    Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes until golden and crisp.
  7. Serve:
    Serve warm with mustard, ketchup, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauces!

Pro Tips

  • Chill before slicing: 10 minutes in the fridge keeps rolls neat and clean.
  • Don’t overfill: A thin sausage log prevents bursting while baking.
  • Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
  • Freezer-friendly: Freeze unbaked rolls and bake straight from frozen (+5 minutes).

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
2 rolls2308g14g15g0g1g