🌭 Soft and Fluffy Sausage Bread Rolls
These Soft and Fluffy Sausage Bread Rolls are made with a rich homemade yeast dough wrapped around juicy sausages and baked until beautifully golden brown. With a soft, pillowy texture and buttery finish, they’re perfect for breakfast, lunch, snacks, picnics, lunch boxes, or party appetizers. Easy to make and freezer-friendly, these bakery-style sausage rolls are sure to become a family favorite.
🕒 Recipe Information
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Rise Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Bake Time: 18–25 minutes
Total Time: About 2 hours 20 minutes
Yield: 8–10 sausage bread rolls
Calories: Approximately 320 calories per roll
📝 Ingredients
For the Dough
- 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp (6g) instant yeast
- 3 tbsp (38g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp (45g) unsalted butter or margarine, softened
- 1 cup (240ml) warm milk (105–110°F / 40–43°C) or warm water
- 1 large egg, room temperature
For the Filling
- 8–10 sausages or hot dogs
For the Egg Wash
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tbsp milk
Optional Toppings
- Sesame seeds
- Poppy seeds
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Grated Parmesan cheese
For Finishing
- 1 tbsp melted butter
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
Add the softened butter, egg, and warm milk.
Mix until a soft dough begins to form.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes, or until smooth, soft, and elastic.
If the dough feels sticky, add a little flour, one tablespoon at a time, but avoid adding too much to keep the rolls soft.
Step 2: First Rise
Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl.
Cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel.
Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 3: Shape the Rolls
Punch down the risen dough to release the air.
Divide it into 8–10 equal portions.
Roll each portion into a rope approximately 12–14 inches (30–35 cm) long.
Wrap each rope around a sausage, slightly overlapping the dough as you work toward the opposite end.
Pinch the ends gently to seal.
Arrange the wrapped sausages on a parchment-lined baking tray, leaving space between each roll for expansion.
Step 4: Second Rise
Cover the baking tray loosely with a clean kitchen towel.
Let the sausage rolls rise for 20–30 minutes, or until slightly puffed.
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
Step 5: Apply the Egg Wash
Whisk together the egg yolk and milk until smooth.
Brush the mixture generously over each sausage roll.
If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, Everything bagel seasoning, or grated Parmesan cheese.
Step 6: Bake
Bake for 18–25 minutes, or until the rolls are beautifully golden brown and the bread is fully cooked.
If they begin browning too quickly, loosely cover them with aluminum foil during the final few minutes of baking.
Step 7: Finish and Serve
Remove the rolls from the oven.
Immediately brush the tops with melted butter for an extra soft crust and beautiful shine.
Allow the rolls to cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with ketchup, mustard, barbecue sauce, honey mustard, or your favorite dipping sauce.
💡 Baker’s Tips
- Warm milk creates a softer, richer bread than water.
- Make sure the milk is warm, not hot, to avoid damaging the yeast.
- Knead the dough well to develop gluten for a light, fluffy texture.
- Do not overbake, as this can dry out the bread.
- Brushing with melted butter after baking keeps the crust soft and flavorful.
🌭 Variations
🧀 Cheesy Sausage Bread Rolls
Place a strip of cheddar or mozzarella cheese alongside each sausage before wrapping with dough.
🌶️ Spicy Jalapeño Sausage Rolls
Add sliced pickled jalapeños and shredded pepper jack cheese for a spicy twist.
🧄 Garlic Butter Rolls
Brush the baked rolls with garlic butter and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
🌿 Herb and Cheese Rolls
Mix dried Italian herbs into the dough and top with grated Parmesan before baking.
📌 Storage
Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Refrigerator: Store for up to 5 days.
Freezer: Wrap individually and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating: Warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8–10 minutes or microwave for 30–45 seconds until heated through.
📝 Recipe Notes
- These soft sausage bread rolls are perfect for breakfast, lunch boxes, picnics, parties, and meal prep.
- The dough can be prepared the night before and refrigerated for a slow overnight rise.
- Customize the rolls with your favorite sausages, cheeses, herbs, or toppings to create endless flavor variations.
- Serve alongside soups, salads, or fresh fruit for a complete and satisfying meal.