Oven-Baked Aussie Sausage Rolls with Herb Butter

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Flaky puff pastry encases savory sausage meat seasoned with fresh herbs, baked to golden perfection—a beloved Australian snack. This australian-inspired snacks ready in about 50 minutes turns pork sausage meat, finely chopped fresh parsley, fresh thyme leaves into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 12, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 12 Australian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, soak 1/4 cup (30g) breadcrumbs in 1/4 cup (60ml) milk for 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine 500g pork sausage meat, soaked breadcrumbs, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 small finely diced onion (80g), 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until evenly combined.
  3. Step 3: Roll out 2 sheets of puff pastry (250g each) on a lightly floured surface to smooth edges. Divide sausage mixture into two equal logs and place each log along the long edge of each pastry sheet, leaving a 1-inch border.
  4. Step 4: Brush 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter around the edges of the pastry. Fold pastry over sausage meat and press edges firmly to seal. Cut each roll into 6 equal pieces, place on a baking tray lined with baking paper seam-side down.
  5. Step 5: Brush each sausage roll with 1 beaten large egg to glaze. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until pastry is golden and sausage meat is cooked through, juices run clear.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Baked Aussie Sausage Rolls with Herb Butter take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Oven-Baked Aussie Sausage Rolls with Herb Butter?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for crisp items, or in the fridge for anything dairy- or produce-based, for up to 3–5 days. Re-crisp baked snacks in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Baked Aussie Sausage Rolls with Herb Butter?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Oven-Baked Aussie Sausage Rolls with Herb Butter for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Oven-Baked Aussie Sausage Rolls with Herb Butter?

Australian snacks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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