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By Emily Leary. Published Oct 3, 2012 Modified Mar 10, 2020. 856 words. About 5 minutes to read this article. Green ad links may earn me a small fee at no extra cost to you.

Quick vegetarian sausage rolls - perfect lunchbox recipe

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The kids have officially grown bored of sandwiches at the moment, so we made up these meat-free sausage rolls to go their lunchboxes.

Quick vegetarian sausage rolls baked and arranged on a plate with salad

This quick vegetarian sausage roll recipe for kids uses ready-rolled pastry so it's simple and easy to make.

Vegetarian sausage rolls on a baking tray, freshly cooked.

This recipe couldn't be simpler, just roll, egg-wash, bake and enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 320 g (11.29 oz) Just-Rol puff pastry sheet
  • 8 vegetarian Lincolnshire style sausages
  • 1 egg beaten

Equipment

  • Chopping board
  • Kitchen knife
  • Pastry brush
  • Baking paper
  • Non-stick baking sheet

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 220C/430F (200C/390F fan assisted). Unroll the pastry, leaving the backing sheet on for now.

A sheet of puff pastry on a chopping board.

With a sharp knife, score into 8 equal pieces. Folding the pastry to give you guidelines will help.

A sheet of puff pastry on a chopping board, folded to give eight sections.
A sheet of puff pastry on a chopping board, cut into 8 pieces.

Line up a sausage with the edge of a pastry square and roll slightly, then press along the edge.

A sheet of puff pastry on a chopping board, cut into eight pieces, with a vegetarian sausage being rolled up in one piece,

Continue rolling.

A sheet of puff pastry on a chopping board, cut into eight pieces, one vegetarian sausage fully rolled up in a piece of pastry.

Press the pastry along the seam to seal.

A sheet of puff pastry on a chopping board, cut into eight pieces, one vegetarian sausage fully rolled up in a piece of pastry. A finger pressing along the seam to seal.

Repeat until all 8 are wrapped.

Eight vegetarian sausage rolls on a board, ready to bake.

Place on a lined baking tray, seam down. I used the paper that the pastry was originally wrapped in.

Eight vegetarian sausage rolls on a baking tray lined with baking paper.

Slash each roll three times diagonally with a sharp knife.

Eight vegetarian sausage rolls on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Three slits cut into the pastry of each one.

Brush each roll with a little beaten egg.

Eight vegetarian sausage rolls on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Each brushed with beaten egg.

Bake for 20 minutes or until golden and well puffed.

Eight cooked vegetarian sausage rolls on a baking tray lined with baking paper.

Enjoy!

Two vegetarian sausage rolls on a plate with salad and pastry crumbs.

I warn you, these are very moreish, so put them away in an airtight container in the fridge as soon as they're cool or there will be none left for lunch!

What is puff pastry?

Puff pastry is made of very thin layers of mostly flour between layers of fat, traditionally butter. It's made by placing a block of butter on the rolled out dough and wrapping it, then rolling and folding the dough several times for the layers to build up.

What sauces go well with sausage rolls?

I really like it with this paprika and mayonnaise dip, or this spicy chipotle dip, but just about anything from brown sauce to barbecue sauce could work.

Where were sausage rolls invented?

Sausage rolls certainly have become very popular in Britain, but if we're counting the first dish that was rolled pastry wrapped around meat then it seems to have originated in France in the 19th century.

Should I refrigerate sausage rolls? How long can I leave a cooked sausage roll out?

Vegetable sausage rolls shouldn't be above fridge temperature for more than 4 hours in total before you eat them, so it's best to pop any you're not going to eat in an airtight container and refrigerate as soon as they have cooled down from the oven. They will last in the fridge for 3 days

Can sausage rolls be eaten cold?

Yes, I think sausage rolls are delicious if eaten straight out the fridge!

Can sausage rolls be reheated?

Yes, just put them in the oven at 180C with a foil cover for around 15-20 minutes. Check they're baked through by piercing with a knife into the middle and checking the tip comes out hot.

How can I prevent my pastry from softening while working with it?

Puff pastry is a delicate affair when it comes to both temperature and handling. It's very sensitive to heat due to the high fat content that hardens at fridge temperatures but can quickly start to melt once you're working with it.

I find my pastry is easy to work with on a brisk day in January and requires a quick hand on a sunny afternoon in August.

If you're worried your pastry is getting too hot the first thing you can do is pop the sheet back in the fridge for 15 minutes or longer to let it firm up again.

To extend how long you have to work with it a granite chopping board will keep your pastry much cooler than a wooden or plastic chopping board. If you have the space you can even chill the chopping board ahead of time.

If you can bear it you can also run your hands under cold water for a minute. Dry them thoroughly and you'll get a bit more time with your pastry.

What can I decorate my sausage roll tops with?

After giving them an egg wash you could put spices like sweet paprika or just a mix of ground black peppers can be tasty, as can sesame seeds.

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Quick vegetarian sausage rolls

This quick vegetarian sausage roll recipe for kids uses ready roll pastry so it's simple and easy to make.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Lunches and quick-cook meals
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 8 sausage rolls
Calories: 278kcal
Author: Emily Leary

Ingredients

  • 320 g (11.29 oz) Just-Rol puff pastry sheet
  • 8 vegetarian Lincolnshire style sausages
  • 1 egg beaten

Equipment

  • Chopping board
  • Kitchen knife
  • Pastry brush
  • Baking paper
  • Non-stick baking sheet

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 220C/430F (200C/390F fan assisted). Unroll the pastry, leaving the backing sheet on for now. With a sharp knife, score into 8 equal pieces. Folding the pastry to give you guidelines will help.
  • Line up a sausage with the edge of a pastry square and roll slightly, then press along the edge.
  • Continue rolling. Press the pastry along the seam to seal. Repeat until all 8 are wrapped.
  • Place on a lined baking tray, seam down. (I used the paper that the pastry was originally wrapped in.
  • Brush each roll with a little beaten egg.
  • Slash each roll three times diagonally with a sharp knife. 
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until golden and well puffed.

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Nutrition

Calories: 278kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 537mg | Potassium: 32mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 3mg
* Note: nutritional information is estimated, based on publicly available data. Nutrient values may vary from those published. Information on this website should not be taken as medical advice. Cuisines identify the primary region of inspiration for a dish.
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  1. Angela Ricardo Bethea says

    February 03, 2018 at 11:19 pm

    Wow!! This is a must try a recipe. It looks delicious and it made my mouth-watering. I am looking forward to trying this soon.

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      February 03, 2018 at 11:54 pm

      Thanks so much, Angela.

      Reply
  2. Preet says

    February 02, 2018 at 3:37 pm

    5 stars
    Vegetarian sausage rolls look so delicious, your pictures are so perfect. I am going to try these this weekend, my kids would love these for sure.

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      February 03, 2018 at 10:21 pm

      Thanks so much. Yes they're a hit with my kids.

      Reply
  3. Indu says

    February 02, 2018 at 11:08 am

    Your sausage rolls are my choice too being vegetarian myself. This recipe is different and I am sure would be equally delicious too. Have to try reading your steps.

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      February 03, 2018 at 10:00 pm

      It's super simple - I hope you enjoy.

      Reply
  4. Claire says

    February 02, 2018 at 10:16 am

    Amazing, so simply and I love sausage rolls! Love your website design too and style! It's great :) Claire x

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      February 03, 2018 at 10:22 pm

      Aw thanks so much, Claire. I'm so glad you like it all!

      Reply
  5. Shubhada Bhide says

    February 02, 2018 at 4:35 am

    5 stars
    I can't wait to try this vegetarian sausage rolls. It looks easy to prepare and I bet my kids will really love this too.

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      February 02, 2018 at 9:07 am

      Thank you - we really enjoy them.

      Reply
  6. Sue Tanya Mchorgh says

    February 01, 2018 at 9:58 pm

    I am loving this Quick vegetarian sausage rolls. I can't wait to try this. It would be perfect to make for lunch.

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      February 03, 2018 at 10:12 pm

      Thanks very much. Yes, they're great for lunchboxes.

      Reply
  7. Elizabeth O says

    February 01, 2018 at 6:53 pm

    5 stars
    Veggie sausage rolls, yesss!! Thanks for this recipe I am saving it for sure to recreate myself they look delicious!

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      February 03, 2018 at 10:11 pm

      Yay. Hope you enjoy them - they couldn't be easier!

      Reply
  8. Ithfifi says

    February 01, 2018 at 5:52 pm

    5 stars
    These look SO good, I think they look far nicer than meat sausage rolls and considering how quick and easy these look I think I am going to try them over the weekend - fantastic recipe!

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      February 03, 2018 at 10:24 pm

      Thank you! Yes, the veggies and the meat eaters in our family all love these!

      Reply
  9. Nicole flint says

    February 01, 2018 at 4:58 pm

    This looks like a great vegetarian option at a super bowl party or any other event!

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      February 03, 2018 at 10:25 pm

      Oh yes they'd be great for game day!

      Reply
  10. EmpowerandHelp says

    February 01, 2018 at 4:45 pm

    Love the part they are vegetarian, and you did awesome job with detailed steps and pictures to document the recipe

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      February 03, 2018 at 10:27 pm

      Thanks so much. I do my best to include step by step images as I know it makes the process much easier to follow.

      Reply
  11. Msddah says

    February 01, 2018 at 4:08 am

    5 stars
    This looks like an easy enuf recipe to try. I always tend to shy away from baking pasteries but I might just try this. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      February 03, 2018 at 10:43 pm

      Oh yes this is nice and easy :)

      Reply
  12. Barbara says

    September 13, 2016 at 10:36 pm

    Planning this for Book Club! Do the sausages need to be frozen?
    Thank you!

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      September 13, 2016 at 10:45 pm

      Hi :) Chilled should work fine, just keep an eye on the timing as obviously they will take less time to get to an initial heated point.

      Reply
  13. Beth says

    August 26, 2015 at 2:35 am

    Can't wait to make these! Simple, fun and super yummy! Thanks much for sharing. Oh, btw, I never have 'posted' on a recipe site before. I totally know and agree with you and I'm glad you responded to the 'skin' on sausage comment.

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      September 07, 2015 at 3:11 pm

      Thanks Beth!

      Reply
  14. alex says

    December 18, 2013 at 9:20 am

    a very tasty and very quick sausage roll. My kids love them.
    I saw on masterchef that if you eggwash before slashing then the pastry puffs up more.
    I did that yesterday and it looks even better.
    Thanks for the idea x

    Reply
  15. Laurie says

    November 28, 2012 at 1:25 pm

    This is a great idea. I like buying the veggie sausage rolls but I dont like the fact that most of them have a bunch of junk in the white flour part, so maybe I can even try to make my own pastry. Thanks!!

    Reply
  16. The Foodie Blog says

    October 03, 2012 at 11:43 pm

    Ooo now I ate my first veggie sausage this week and loved it! All I need now is an oven and I'll be set for these. Scamp adored the veggie sausages so one day *prays to the oven gods* we'll make these.

    Cool idea for a lunch box :D

    (ps. *ping* )

    Reply
  17. Stacey Guilliatt says

    October 03, 2012 at 10:53 pm

    Must try these, my mouth is watering!

    Reply
  18. Janice says

    October 03, 2012 at 9:21 pm

    I saw Lorraine Pascale do something similar with sausages. I was always taught to use sausage meat or take the skin off the sausages which makes the sausage rolls easier to bite into. But I guess if you are using frozen sausages that is not going to be so easy!

    Reply
    • Emily Leary says

      October 03, 2012 at 9:27 pm

      :) we've made these since I was little. You don't need to take the skin off veggie sausages as they don't really have a skin like meat sausages.

      Reply
  19. Midlife Singlemum says

    October 03, 2012 at 3:22 pm

    Perfect packed lunch food.

    Reply

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