One of the delicious and easy dishes you can make in your new kitchen appliance is sausage rolls in the air fryer. This recipe will explore why sausage rolls are a tasty little snack for the lunchbox or for your child’s birthday party, plus how you can vary them with different sausages to suit your taste and needs. For a quick version, we use a ready-made pizza dough here.

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Estimated reading time: 4 minutes
Table of Contents:
- Why make Sausage Rolls in the Air Fryer?
- What kind of dish is a Sausage Roll?
- Which sausages can you use in sausage rolls?
- What types of dough can you use for sausage rolls?
- What filling can you use in sausage rolls?
- Suggestion for a healthier version
- Serving suggestions for a children’s birthday party
- Conclusion on Sausage Rolls in the Air Fryer
- Frequently Asked Questions
Why make Sausage Rolls in the Air Fryer?
Sausage rolls prepared in an air fryer offer several advantages compared to traditional oven baking. The biggest advantage is the time savings. The air fryer heats up quickly and does not require preheating like a regular oven. In addition, the air fryer uses circulating hot air, which ensures that the sausage rolls turn evenly golden and crispy without having to turn them during cooking.
What kind of dish is a Sausage Roll?
Sausage rolls are basically a type of pastry where sausages are wrapped in dough and then baked. They are popular as snacks or light meals and are especially loved by children and adults alike, both for the lunchbox and for children’s birthday parties. It is a practical dish that can be eaten without cutlery and served both hot and cold.
Which sausages can you use in sausage rolls?
The choice of sausages can vary greatly depending on personal preferences and the desire for a healthier option. You can use anything from regular Vienna sausages, frankfurters, and spicy chorizo to vegetarian or vegan sausages. Using whole-grain sausages or low-fat sausages can also be a healthier alternative without compromising on flavor.
What types of dough can you use for sausage rolls?
The most common type of dough for sausage rolls is pizza dough, thanks to its easy handling and good flavor after baking. Alternatively, puff pastry can be used for a crispier, crunchier texture. If you enjoy home baking, a homemade pizza dough can also work wonders.
For a crispy finish, brush the unbaked sausage rolls with a little melted butter and sprinkle some coarse salt over them, just before they go into the air fryer. This will give an extra appealing and flavorful crust.
Tips and tricks from the author: Morten Jensen
What filling can you use in sausage rolls?
In addition to the sausages, sausage rolls can be filled with various ingredients to add extra flavor and texture. Popular additions include grated cheese, different types of mustard, and ketchup. You can also experiment with finely chopped onion, bell pepper, or even jalapeños for a spicy kick.
Suggestion for a healthier version
To make the sausage rolls healthier, consider using sausages made from chicken, turkey, or plant-based alternatives. These sausages often contain less fat. The dough can also be made with whole-grain flour to increase the fiber content, and adding vegetables such as spinach or finely chopped broccoli can boost the nutritional value even further.
Serving suggestions for a children’s birthday party
Sausage rolls are a hit at children’s birthday parties, where they can be served with dips such as ketchup, mayonnaise, or a mild salsa. For a festive touch, arrange the sausage rolls on a platter with fun cocktail sticks, or cut them into smaller pieces and serve them as part of a larger buffet.
Conclusion on Sausage Rolls in the Air Fryer
Sausage rolls in the air fryer are not just a quick and easy solution, they are also incredibly versatile. Whether you are looking for a snack for the lunchbox or for a children’s birthday party, sausage rolls offer a delicious and practical option for everyday life. Also try a sausage mix in the air fryer for another easy everyday dish with sausages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sausage rolls made with ready-made pizza dough or sausage-roll dough need 10-12 minutes at 180°C, or until they are nicely golden and crispy.
Frozen sausage rolls are cooked at 160-180°C for 8-12 minutes. Start at the lower temperature so they heat through without burning on the outside.
Yes, it is recommended to cut parchment paper to fit the basket. It keeps the dough from sticking and makes cleanup easier.
Recipe

Sausage Rolls in the Airfryer
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Ingredients
- 1 pcs pizza dough (bread dough) (Or puff pastry)
- 10 pcs medium sausages
- 1 pcs egg
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
How to make it
- Preheat the airfryer to 180°C. (Preprogram, or let it run for a couple of minutes before cooking.)
- Roll out 1 pcs pizza dough (bread dough) on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 10 equal strips.
- Roll a strip of pizza dough around each sausage so it covers the entire sausage except the ends.
- Brush the wrapped sausages with the beaten 1 pcs egg and sprinkle with 2 tbsp sesame seeds or poppy seeds, if you like.
- Place the sausage rolls in the airfryer and let them cook for about 10-12 minutes.Start the online kitchen timer hereOr until they are golden brown and crispy.BAKE THE PORTION IN 2 BATCHES
- Let the sausage rolls rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Our notes for the recipe
- Turn the sausage rolls halfway through and check that they don’t get too dark in the last couple of minutes of baking.
- The recipe is designed to be baked in 2 batches. 2 x 5 sausage rolls
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