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Caramelized Onion & Thyme Sausage Rolls

These Caramelized Onion & Thyme Sausage Rolls are made with golden flaky puff pastry wrapped around juicy sausage, sweet caramelized onions and fresh thyme. Perfect for parties, holidays, game day or family snacking – easy to make, freezer-friendly and always a crowd-pleaser!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 rolls
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Caramelized Onions
  • 2 large onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Sausage & Thyme Filling
  • 500 g sausage meat or ground sausage pork or turkey, casings removed if using links
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves or 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or 1 minced garlic clove
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs optional, helps bind the filling
Assembly & Finish
  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed if frozen
  • 1 egg beaten, for egg wash
  • sesame seeds or poppy seeds optional, for sprinkling
  • extra thyme leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Frying pan or skillet
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil or butter in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions and salt, then cook gently for 12–15 minutes, stirring often, until soft, golden and caramelized. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sausage meat, caramelized onions, thyme, garlic powder, black pepper, salt and breadcrumbs if using. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
  3. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface, with the long edge facing you.
  4. Shape the sausage mixture into a long, even log and place it along one long edge of the pastry. Roll the pastry tightly over the filling to enclose it, placing the seam side down. Trim any excess pastry and pinch or press to seal.
  5. Use a sharp knife to cut the long roll into 16 equal pieces. Arrange the sausage rolls on the prepared baking tray, leaving a little space between each one.
  6. Brush the tops of the sausage rolls with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, poppy seeds and a few extra thyme leaves if desired.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and deep golden and the sausage filling is cooked through.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the Caramelized Onion & Thyme Sausage Rolls warm with mustard, chutney or your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

You can assemble the sausage rolls ahead of time and chill them in the fridge for a few hours before baking. For longer storage, freeze the unbaked rolls on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding 5–7 minutes to the baking time. Try variations by adding grated cheddar, mustard, chili flakes or finely chopped herbs to the filling.