Description
Golden, flaky puff pastry wrapped around savory sausage and deeply caramelized onions—these French-inspired rolls bring bistro elegance to your table. Perfect for parties, weeknight dinners, or any occasion that calls for something special!
Ingredients
1 pound beef or chicken sausage (casings removed)
2 large onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt to taste
2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
1 egg, beaten (optional, for egg wash)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions with a pinch of salt and cook slowly for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deep golden and caramelized.
2. Transfer caramelized onions to a plate and let cool slightly.
3. Remove sausage from casings and pat dry with paper towels.
4. In a bowl, combine sausage meat, caramelized onions, garlic powder, black pepper, and thyme. Let rest for 15-20 minutes.
5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out thawed puff pastry sheets to smooth any creases.
7. Spread the sausage-onion mixture evenly down the center of each pastry sheet, leaving about 1 inch on each side.
8. Roll the pastry tightly around the filling to create a log shape. Seal the seam by pressing gently.
9. Slice each log into 1-inch pieces (8-10 rolls per sheet).
10. Place rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
11. Brush tops with beaten egg for extra shine (optional).
12. Bake for 22-25 minutes until golden and puffed.
13. Check internal temperature: 165°F for chicken sausage, 160°F for beef sausage.
14. Let rolls rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Caramelizing onions slowly is key—don’t rush this step as it develops the sweet, complex flavor.
Unbaked rolls can be frozen for up to 3 months. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5-7 minutes to cooking time.
Store cooked rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Reheat in a 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes to restore crispness—avoid the microwave.
For a vegetarian version, use plant-based sausage or seasoned ground vegetables.
Add Gruyère cheese or Dijon mustard to the filling for extra French flair.
Serve with whole grain mustard, caramelized onion jam, or horseradish cream for dipping.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 520
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 11
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 9
- Cholesterol: 35
Keywords: sausage rolls, french onion, puff pastry, appetizers, party food, caramelized onions