By Becky Hardin
Updated Mar 19, 2025
These Sausage Rolls are a spicy, savory twist on pigs in a blanket! Juicy sausage wrapped in flaky pastry gets a flavorful kick from pepper jelly, making them an irresistible bite-sized appetizer. They’re quick, easy, and perfect for holiday parties, game day, or a fast snack — they’ll disappear before you know it!
Mini Sausage Rolls with Pepper Jelly
My mini sausage rolls are the ultimate bite-sized appetizer! Savory sausage, tangy grainy mustard, and a sweet-spicy kick from pepper jelly make them completely irresistible. With just 4 ingredients and 30 minutes, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing snack. Trust me — make a double batch because they’ll disappear fast, hot or cold!
Tips For Beginners
- Pepper jelly is a flavorful spread made from peppers, with varieties ranging from sweet to spicy. You can find it pre-made at most grocery stores or gourmet shops — or try my homemade pepper jelly for a fresh, tasty version!
- I enjoy a bit of heat, but nothing too intense — feel free to adjust the spice to your taste!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 8 ounces Crescent dough sheet
- ▢ 12 ounces sausage links; such as Aidells Spicy Mango w/Jalapeno or skinless sausage or kielbasa w/jalapeno fully cooked
- ▢ ¼ cup hot pepper jelly
- ▢ 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 24 mini-muffin tin with cooking spray. You might need to use 2 muffin tins.
- On a clean work surface, lay the Crescent dough sheet flat then cut it in half lengthwise. Cut each half into ¾” strips further. 8 ounces Crescent dough sheet
- Cut the sausage links into 1” pieces. 12 ounces sausage links; such as Aidells Spicy Mango w/Jalapeno or skinless sausage or kielbasa w/jalapeno
- Roll each sausage piece with one strip of dough along the edge. Stretch the dough gently as you roll the sausage.
- Place one rolled sausage in each muffin cup, sausage side up.
- Place a small dollop of hot pepper jelly and a small dollop of mustard on the top of each sausage roll. Bake at 375°F, 12-15 minutes or until golden and bubbly. ¼ cup hot pepper jelly, 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
- Transfer to a cooling rack for 5 minutes then place on a serving tray. Serve hot. Enjoy!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Hogs in a Blanket
Preheat the oven and prepare mini muffin tin : Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a 24 mini-muffin tin with cooking spray. You might need to use 2 muffin tins for this.
Prepare mini sausage rolls : On a clean work surface, lay the 8 ounces Crescent dough sheet flat and then cut it in half lengthwise. Cut each half into ¾” strips further.
Cut the 12 ounce sausage links into 1” pieces.
Roll each sausage piece with one strip of dough along the edge. Stretch the dough gently as you roll the sausage.
Place the prepared rolled sausage in each muffin cup, sausage side up.
Add a small dollop of hot pepper jelly (out of ¼ cup) and a small dollop of mustard (out of 2 tablespoons) on top of each sausage roll.
Bake and serve : Bake at 375°F, 12-15 minutes or until golden and bubbly. Transfer to a cooling rack for 5 minutes then place on a serving tray. Serve hot. Enjoy!
How to Store
Store leftovers at room temperature for one day. To keep longer, transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for 3-5 days. Microwave for few seconds and eat!
Planning ahead? Arrange the mini sausage rolls in a mini muffin tin, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze. Thaw overnight and bake as directed when you’re ready.
Serving Suggestions
I know these cute sausage rolls are already topped with pepper jelly but still if you want to add more flavors, add my Pepper Jelly Dip or my creamy Sour Cream and Onion Dip .
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Pepper Jelly Hogs in a Blanket
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Crescent dough sheet
- 12 ounces sausage links; such as Aidells Spicy Mango w/Jalapeno or skinless sausage or kielbasa w/jalapeno fully cooked
- ¼ cup hot pepper jelly
- 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 24 mini-muffin tin with cooking spray. You might need to use 2 muffin tins.
- On a clean work surface, lay the Crescent dough sheet flat then cut it in half lengthwise. Cut each half into ¾” strips further. 8 ounces Crescent dough sheet
- Cut the sausage links into 1” pieces. 12 ounces sausage links; such as Aidells Spicy Mango w/Jalapeno or skinless sausage or kielbasa w/jalapeno
- Roll each sausage piece with one strip of dough along the edge. Stretch the dough gently as you roll the sausage.
- Place one rolled sausage in each muffin cup, sausage side up.
- Place a small dollop of hot pepper jelly and a small dollop of mustard on the top of each sausage roll. Bake at 375°F, 12-15 minutes or until golden and bubbly. ¼ cup hot pepper jelly, 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
- Transfer to a cooling rack for 5 minutes then place on a serving tray. Serve hot. Enjoy!
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
