Are There Vegetarian Options?
Definitely! Swap the sausage for plant-based alternatives or a mixture of sautéed mushrooms, onions, and herbs for a vegetarian twist.
How Do I Prevent Soggy Pastry?
Work with cold pastry, don’t overfill, and bake at a high temperature to ensure the pastry crisps up properly.
How to Store Sausage Rolls
If you have leftovers (a rare occurrence!), allow the sausage rolls to cool completely before storing them. Place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days.
To reheat, use an oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes to restore their crispness—avoid the microwave, which can make them soggy.
For longer storage, freeze the unbaked rolls on a tray until firm, then transfer them to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5–10 minutes to the baking time.
Ingredients
SHORTCRUST PASTRY
1 roll
CREAM CHEESE
3/4 cup
SAUSAGE
430 grams
EGG YOLK
1
SESAME SEEDS (OPTIONAL)
to taste
How to Make Puff Pastry Cream Cheese Sausage Rolls
Divide the shortcrust pastry into three equal parts.
Use a piping bag or spatula to spread cream cheese evenly on each pastry portion.
Place the sausage on top of the cream cheese, pressing gently to secure it.
Roll each pastry portion tightly, then cut into small pieces about 1.5 inches (3.5 cm) wide.
Make a small cut on top of each roll, brush with egg yolk, and sprinkle with black sesame seeds.
Arrange the rolls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake at 392°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
Allow to cool slightly and enjoy warm for the best taste and texture.
