Recipe: Kayla’s Holiday Sausage Rolls

If there’s one snack that always disappears first at a holiday gathering, it’s these sausage rolls. Warm, flaky, savory with just a hint of sweetness — Kayla’s Holiday Sausage Rolls are the definition of crowd‑pleasing comfort food. They’re easy to make, easy to eat, and perfect alongside a glass (or cocktail) in hand.

These became a standout favorite at our Holiday Cocktail Lab, and once you make them, you’ll understand why.

Kayla's Holiday Sausage Rolls

Ingredients (Makes about 12 rolls)

• 1 lb mild Italian sausage

• 1–2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (to taste)

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1/3 cup pepper jelly (plus more for serving, if desired)

• 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed

  
  

That’s it — simple ingredients, big holiday payoff.

How to Make Kayla’s Holiday Sausage Rolls

1. Prep the sausage filling - In a bowl, mix the Italian sausage with 1–2 tablespoons Dijon mustard until just combined. Set aside.

2. Prepare the puff pastry - Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 6 equal rectangles (you’ll have 12 total).

3. Spread the cream cheese & jelly - Spread a thin, even layer of softened cream cheese over each rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges. Spoon a small amount of pepper jelly over the cream cheese and gently spread.

4. Fill - Divide the sausage mixture evenly between the 12 pastry pieces, forming a short log in the center of each.

5. Fold & seal - Fold the pastry over the filling to fully enclose it. Press the edges to seal, using a fork if desired. Place seam side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

6. Bake - Bake at 400°F for 22–26 minutes, until puffed, golden brown, and cooked through.

7. Serve warm - Let cool slightly, then serve warm for maximum flake and flavor.

Make‑Ahead & Hosting Tips

• Assemble and slice the rolls earlier in the day, then refrigerate until ready to bake

• Bake just before guests arrive so they’re warm and irresistible

• Serve with extra pepper jelly on the side for dipping

  
  

Perfect Pairings

These sausage rolls are especially delicious alongside:

• Sparkling wine or Champagne‑style bubbles

• Batched cocktails like a Pear Old Fashioned or French 75

• A crisp white wine to balance the richness

  
  

They’re the kind of bite that makes people hover near the kitchen — and ask for the recipe.

Simple, festive, and endlessly snackable — Kayla’s Holiday Sausage Rolls deserve a spot on your holiday table.

Happy hosting! 🎄🥂