Description
These Turkey and Cranberry Sausage Rolls are a delightful holiday-inspired appetizer featuring savory ground turkey mixed with sweet dried cranberries, fresh herbs, and spices, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, they make a festive snack for gatherings or holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 pound ground turkey
- ½ cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon breadcrumbs
Pastry & Topping
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: poppy seeds or sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped dried cranberries, finely diced onion, fresh thyme, salt, black pepper, Dijon mustard, and breadcrumbs. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the puff pastry sheet. Cut the sheet in half lengthwise to form two long strips for wrapping the filling.
- Fill and Roll: Divide the turkey filling evenly between the two pastry strips. Place the filling in a log shape down the center of each strip. Fold the puff pastry edges over the filling, sealing the seam with a little water. Press down along the seal with a fork to ensure it’s closed properly.
- Slice Rolls: Cut each filled roll into 6 equal pieces, yielding 12 sausage rolls in total. Place the rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet for baking.
- Egg Wash and Optional Toppings: Brush the top of each sausage roll with the beaten egg to promote browning. Optionally, sprinkle poppy seeds or sesame seeds on top for added texture and flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is fully cooked through. Once baked, allow the sausage rolls to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Serve with cranberry sauce or mustard for dipping to enhance flavors.
- You can prep and freeze the unbaked rolls ahead of time. When ready to bake from frozen, add 5–7 minutes to the baking time.
- Ensure the internal temperature of the turkey filling reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
