Few things are better than homemade sausage rolls straight out of the oven, and today I bring you my recipe for The BEST Homemade Sausage Rolls. These pork and fennel sausage rolls are such a crowd-pleaser! They are perfect for picnics, afternoon teas and lunchboxes, and are always a favourite at parties. They are so easy to make and, unlike the store-bought variety, you’ll know these are filled with wholesome goodness. Add some grated veggies if you like, or enjoy them just as they are. You can top them with fennel seeds and sesame seeds, or leave them plain if you prefer.
Can you make The BEST Homemade Sausage Rolls ahead of time?
Yes, refrigerate the assembled sausage rolls for up to 24 hours or freeze for up to 2 months. Assemble the sausage rolls as per the recipe up to step 6 (do not brush with the egg wash or sprinkle with the seasonings). Store in an airtight container or a reusable sandwich bag with baking (parchment) paper between the layers to stop them from sticking. Thaw completely in the fridge overnight before cooking, or if cooking from frozen, add 15 minutes to the cooking time. Brush with the egg wash and sprinkle with the seasonings before baking.
Are The BEST Homemade Sausage Rolls suitable for leftovers?
Refrigerate the cooked sausage rolls for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or eat cold (puff pastry will soften if reheated).
Can vegetables be added to The BEST Homemade Sausage Rolls?
Yes! ⅔ cup (170 g) of finely grated onion, carrot or zucchini (courgette) works well in this recipe. The vegetables add moisture and even more flavour.
The BEST Homemade Sausage Rolls
“These are soooo good! Our kids love these in lunch boxes.” Share PrintClick to change the servings
Ingredients
- 500 g (1 lb) minced (ground) pork (substitute with minced chicken, beef or lamb)
- 1 tsp freshly minced garlic
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 45 g (¾ cup) panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, whisked (reserve 1 tablespoon to brush over the pastry)
- 1 tsp sea salt flakes
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
- ½ tsp white sesame seeds (optional)
- ½ tsp black sesame seeds (optional)
- ½ tsp sea salt flakes
- 1 tsp fennel seeds (optional)
- Ketchup or tomato chutney, to serve
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) (all oven types).
- Make the filling –In a large bowl, use your hands to combine all the filling ingredients (taking care to reserve 1 tablespoon of the whisked egg for brushing the pastry later). Divide into four portions.
- Fill the pastry –Cut the thawed puff pastry sheets in half, straight down the middle (you will have four halves).
- Place a portion of filling in the centre of each puff pastry half and, using your hands, shape the filling into a large sausage shape lengthways.
- Cut into rolls – Roll the pastry into a long log, ensuring the pastry is seam-side down. Cut each log into six equal lengths.
- Prep for baking –Place the sausage rolls seam-side down on a baking tray lined with baking (parchment) paper.
- Brush each sausage roll with the reserved whisked egg. Sprinkle each roll with sesame seeds, salt and fennel seeds (if using).
- Bake –Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden. If you have more than one tray in the oven, swap the trays halfway through cooking.
- Serve –Serve with ketchup or tomato chutney.
Nutrition information
Disclaimer re gluten-free and dairy-free recipes
Helen says:
I going to make these for Christmas. Was wondering how strong the fennel seed taste is ?
Nicole says:
Hi Helen, the anise flavour of the fennel seeds is not very strong, but you could easily omit if you prefer, as there are also the sesame seeds. Nic x
Kim says:
I made these today after buying your recipe book yesterday. They have such great flavour!!! Thank you for sharing your delicious recipes x
Nicole says:
Hi Kim, I’m so happy you have the book, and also happy to hear you enjoyed the sausage rolls! Nic x
Gemma says:
I’ve made these 5 times now, they’re amazing! I don’t bother with the panko breadcrumbs and fennel seeds, and just buy ready-rolled puff pastry. But I get so many compliments
Nicole says:
Great to hear, Gemma! Nic x
Tonya says:
these are such a perfect little app to offer at parties – my kids loved them. I was always nervous to attempt sausage rolls, but these are so easy!
Nicole says:
Hi Tonya, they are so great, aren’t they. I am thrilled you enjoyed them! Nic x
bonniemackintosh says:
These are soooo good! Our kids love these in lunch boxes
caratownsend says:
I love your new website, well done. The feature to increase portions is great!
I always end up cutting these yummy sausage rolls into 16 pieces and I wanted to ask, do you still think 25 mins cook time for 16 smaller pieces? Or less? Thank you 😊
Nicole says:
Thank you so much for the lovely message – It really does mean so much to me! 😍 I also love cutting them up into 16 pieces. It’s the pastry I find needs the time to turn a crisp, golden brown. Start with 20 and then go an extra 5 mins if the bases of the sausage rolls aren’t beautifully crisp. You’ll find filling stays deliciously moist even keeping the cooking time the same. x
samanthamaas says:
These are always a crowd pleaser – especially my crowd. Even my fussy ones love these sausage rolls and that is quite the impressive feat! They freeze so well too, makes is great to always have a batch on hand.
Nicole says:
So wonderful to hear! Thank you so much for taking the time to write and your support – Means more to me than I can tell you! Nic x
lisabrecciaroli says:
I make these Sausage Rolls for every event, party, catch up and they are always the crowd favourite.
Nicole says:
Haha I do the same! I am making them again this weekend! 😍 So glad they are a hit Lisa! Nic x