Description
Sausage roll bites deliver a perfect handheld party snack with flaky pastry and savory meat filling. Crisp golden edges and rich flavors make these little bites irresistible for guests craving a classic British-inspired appetizer you’ll devour in one sitting.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 grams) boneless pork butt, cut into 1– to 2-inch pieces
- 14 oz (397 grams) homemade British-style sausage
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup plain dry breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon rubbed dry sage
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pinch ground mace
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg
Pastry and Egg Ingredients:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1/3 cup water
Instructions
- Transform pork into a fine, uniform mixture by pulsing in a food processor with steel blade for 10-15 seconds until properly ground.
- Incorporate breadcrumbs, water, and aromatic spices including salt, pepper, sage, mace, and nutmeg into the meat mixture, processing for 30 seconds to create a cohesive blend.
- Conduct a quick flavor test by microwaving a small portion of the mixture for 20 seconds, carefully evaluating and adjusting seasoning if necessary.
- Prepare the meat mixture in advance by refrigerating, or use immediately for optimal freshness.
- Heat the oven to 425°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone liner for even cooking.
- Gently roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface, creating two long, even strips by cutting the rectangle lengthwise.
- Shape the seasoned meat mixture into neat, uniform logs and center them precisely on each pastry strip.
- Carefully fold pastry over the meat, sealing edges with gentle pressure and trimming excess dough for clean, precise edges.
- Slice each pastry log into bite-sized pieces, ensuring consistent sizing for even baking.
- Arrange the sausage roll bites on the prepared baking sheet, leaving slight spacing between each piece.
- Brush the pastry surfaces with egg wash to achieve a golden, glossy finish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the pastry turns a rich, appetizing golden brown color.
- Allow a brief cooling period before serving to enhance flavor and texture, then present warm as an irresistible appetizer.
Notes
- Adjust meat mixture texture by pulsing carefully to prevent dense, tough sausage filling.
- Experiment with different herbs like thyme or rosemary for a personalized flavor profile.
- Ensure pastry stays cold before rolling to achieve maximum flakiness and prevent shrinkage during baking.
- Test seasoning by microwaving a small portion, allowing precise spice balance before final preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg