Puff Pastry Vs Pie Crust Sausage Rolls: Which One Will You Choose?
Everybody loves sausage rolls, whether you make them from scratch or buy the frozen ones. But, if puff pastry and pie crust sausage rolls are in front of you, which one do you choose?
Pie Crust Sausage Rolls. Credit: canva
The best part about sausage rolls is the dough. I’m not sure if they’re filled with a meaty filling or because of the buttery, flaky crust, but something about them just makes my mouth water.
It all starts with choosing your favorite type of dough: puff pastry or pie crust, and then figuring out what kind of filling you want to stuff it with.
A sausage roll is a pastry snack. You can buy it at a store and also get it from a bakery. It is popular in the countries in the Commonwealth of Nations, and you can buy them at any time of day.
British sausage rolls are also easy-to-prepare handheld breakfast or snack you can eat on the go. They’re usually made with a white, flaky pastry dough filled with meat (usual pork) mixed with spices like salt, pepper, nutmeg, allspice, and sage.
The filling for sausage rolls is traditionally cooked before they’re wrapped in the dough, but you can also use raw meat and cook them while preparing the pastry.
Sausage Rolls are also very popular in Australia. The Brits might invent the rolls, but Australia has adopted them and made its version. Australian Sausage Rolls are seasoned, fresh, or spicy sausage wrapped in a flaky, buttery pastry. They are delicious for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or an appetizer.
The most common sausage rolls use puff pastry to envelop the mince. However, pie crust sausage rolls have become very popular nowadays. What is the difference between the two doughs?
Pie crust (also known as pie dough or shortcrust pastry) and puff pastry have the same ingredients. Water, flour, butter, a pinch of salt, and sugar. But the way they’re made is the biggest difference because it dictates what the result will be like.
You can make homemade pastry or pie crust dough or buy frozen store-bought puff pastry or pie crust.
About Puff Pastry
The Process
In baking, puff pastry – also known as pâte feuilletée – is a laminated dough.
When you laminate dough, it means that you are making many layers of dough. You do this by wrapping the dough around unsalted butter, then rolling it out and folding it over on itself many times.
The final product is golden brown, crispy, thick but light. You can see the layers in it.
The Taste
Puff pastry is more delicate, and you can taste the butter. The buttery puff pastry is more flaky and savory than pie crust.
The Texture
Puff pastry is going to have a crisp and crunchy texture. There will be layers of air between the dough. It will make the final product satisfying to eat.
About Pie Crust
The Process
When making a pie crust, there is no need for lamination since you do not want to create a puff pastry with its layers and flaky pieces.
Pie crust is made of fat like butter or shortening, flour, and salt.
This dough is a lot thinner, and it’s crumbly and crispy. It doesn’t have as much rise as puff pastry, but it tastes good.
The Taste
In pie crust, you will get a rich taste. It is like cookies. The crust is crispy and crumbly and tastes buttery.
The Texture
Pie crust has a much shorter texture with a more delicate, crumbly texture. It is thicker, crumbly, and hearty. It will still be crispy and flaky, though.
Puff Pastry Vs Pie Crust Sausage Rolls: Which One Will You Choose?
It depends on your preferences.
If you like light, flaky, buttery sausage rolls, you must use puff pastry. The rolls will have flaky sausage foldovers.
Mix the first 6 ingredients and 3/4 teaspoon of paprika. Add sausage and mix it gently.
On a floured surface, roll out the pastry strip into a rectangle. Then cut the long way into 3 strips.
Put 1/2 cup of sausage mixture on each strip. Fold over the sides and pinch them together to seal. Then cut it into 6 pieces.
Put your meat on a rack. Place it in a baking tray that is 15x10x1 inches wide. Sprinkle the top with paprika.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and the sausage is cooked.
Simple Pie Crust Sausage Rolls Recipe
Ingredients:
2 (9-inch) frozen pie crusts, thawed and ready to bake
1 pound sausage meat
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
Method:
Preheat the oven to medium heat, 220°C. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
Place the dough on a flat, floured surface. Spread mustard on it. Spread the sausage meat filling onto each piece of dough. Use a spatula to flatten the sausage, so it is as thin as possible.
Roll the pie crust into a long tube shape, and seal with water. Cut the tube into pieces that are around 1/2 inch thick.
Bake for 18 minutes or until the sausage is cooked and the crust is golden.
FAQs
How long do cooked sausage rolls last?
Sausage rolls last 1-2 days in the fridge. The pastry will get soggy if they are in there for too long.
Can I freeze sausage rolls?
Yes, you can freeze sausage rolls cooked or uncooked. Put them in a plastic freezer-safe bag and then store them in the freezer for up to three months.
To reheat from frozen, you can either let them completely thaw or put them in the oven for a little longer.
How do I reheat cooked sausage rolls?
We recommend heating the rolls in the microwave for a minute or two first, then finishing them in the oven for 5-10 minutes.
How do you keep sausage rolls from getting soggy on the bottom?
Higher-fat sausages make more oil and liquid. This can make the bottom of your sausage roll pastry feel wet and soggy. You should choose a lower-fat sausage to avoid this problem. Try to find a good-quality sausage with less than 70% meat for best results.
How do I know when they’re cooked?
When sausages are cooked at the right temperature, and for the right amount of time, they will be ready. But if you’re still unsure, cut one open to see how it looks.
Why are sausage rolls unhealthy?
Sausage rolls are a food that you can get fat from with a high-calorie diet, so they are not so healthy. The meat and the pastry together make it possible to get more than double the amount of fat in your diet.
As a solution, use lean meat or organic pork sausage for the sausage filling.
Do You Use Shortcrust Or Puff Pastry For Sausage Rolls?
I use shortcrust pastry for sausage rolls. The dough is easy to roll out and doesn’t require any chilling time. However, puff pastry is easier to work with because it requires less rolling and folding.
How Long Do Sausage Rolls Last In The Freezer?
Sausage rolls last for about 2 weeks in the freezer. However, they should be eaten within 1 month after freezing. If you freeze them too long, then they become dry and tough.
What is Frozen Sausage Rolls Air Fryer Temperature?
The frozen sausage rolls air fryer temperature is set at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. This means that when you cook the frozen sausage rolls, they should be cooked for about 15 minutes.
However, the cooking time depends on how thick the frozen sausage rolls are. If the frozen sausage rolls are thin, the cooking time may only be 10 minutes.
What Pastry Used For Sausage Rolls?
The pastry used for sausage rolls was originally made from puff paste, similar to puff pastry dough. However, today, we use readymade puff pastry instead.
