Sausage rolls are a beloved snack that never fails to please, whether you’re hosting a party, looking for a quick snack, or craving something savory. What if you could make them even easier and healthier without sacrificing any of that deliciousness? Enter the air fryer—a kitchen marvel that crisps up these tasty treats to perfection with minimal oil and maximum flavor. In this detailed guide, I’ll show you how to create easy, golden-brown sausage rolls in your air fryer that are sure to impress.
Ingredients:
For the Sausage Filling:
- 1 lb (450g) sausage meat or pork sausages (casings removed)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional, depending on your sausage’s seasoning)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, lightly beaten (for binding)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional, for a tangy flavor)
For the Pastry:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional, for topping)
Equipment:
- Air fryer
- Rolling pin
- Sharp knife
- Baking sheet (for preparing rolls)
- Pastry brush