Savory French Onion Sausage Rolls
Savory French Onion Sausage Rolls feature caramelized sweet onions and juicy pork sausage wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry. Perfect as a flavorful snack or appetizer, these easy-to-make rolls deliver a delicious combination of rich and fresh tastes with a crispy texture, making them ideal for parties or cozy nights in.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Filling Ingredients
- 2 large sweet yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 450g (1 lb) ground pork sausage
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or rosemary/sage as alternatives)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Pastry & Finishing
- 2 sheets puff pastry (regular or gluten-free)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Oil or butter, for caramelizing onions
- Caramelize the Onions: Thinly slice the sweet yellow onions and cook them slowly over low heat with a bit of oil or butter. Stir occasionally until the onions turn golden brown and develop a deep, sweet flavor, about 20-25 minutes.
- Cook the Sausage: While the onions are caramelizing, brown the ground sausage in a separate pan. Break it apart as it cooks, seasoning lightly with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme for added depth of flavor.
- Combine Filling Ingredients: Once the sausage is cooked and the onions are caramelized, combine them in the pan along with the minced garlic. Stir everything together over low heat for a few minutes to allow the flavors to marry well.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut them into rectangles approximately 4×6 inches (10×15 cm) each, or size preferred for your rolls.
- Assemble the Rolls: Place a generous spoonful of the sausage and onion mixture along the center of each pastry rectangle. Fold the pastry over the filling and seal the edges by pressing with a fork or pinching together carefully to avoid bursting.
- Apply Egg Wash and Bake: Brush each assembled roll with beaten egg for a shiny, golden finish. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
Notes
- Caramelize onions slowly to develop full flavor without burning.
- Do not overfill to prevent the pastry from bursting.
- Keep puff pastry chilled to maintain flaky, tender layers.
- Use fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for brighter flavor.
- Serve rolls warm for best texture and taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: sausage rolls, savory appetizer, French onion, puff pastry, party snack, caramelized onions, easy baking