Pin this A festive, fun, and speedy appetizer featuring mini sausages wrapped in golden puff pastry, arranged in a charming Christmas tree shape—perfect for holiday gatherings.
This recipe became our holiday favorite after I served it at a family gathering and everyone asked for seconds.
Ingredients
- Sausages: 24 mini cocktail sausages (about 350 g)
- Pastry: 1 sheet (about 250 g) ready-rolled puff pastry, 1 large egg beaten (for egg wash)
- Garnish: 2 tbsp melted butter, 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped, 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional), 1 star-shaped piece of cheddar or yellow bell pepper (for the tree topper)
- Dipping Sauce: 4 tbsp Dijon or honey mustard, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp honey
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large baking tray with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Unroll the puff pastry and cut into 24 strips each about 1.5 cm wide and 10 cm long.
- Step 3:
- Wrap each mini sausage with a strip of pastry slightly overlapping the ends. Place the seam side down.
- Step 4:
- Arrange the wrapped sausages on the tray in a Christmas tree shape start with a single sausage at the top then make each subsequent row with one more sausage forming a triangular tree (e.g. 1 2 3 up to 7 at the base). Place the star-shaped cheese or pepper at the trees top.
- Step 5:
- Brush the pastry with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Step 7:
- Meanwhile mix the melted butter with parsley and (if using) Parmesan.
- Step 8:
- Remove the tree from the oven and immediately brush with the butter mixture.
- Step 9:
- For the dipping sauce combine mustard mayonnaise and honey in a small bowl.
- Step 10:
- Serve warm with the dipping sauce on the side.
Pin this My family loves making this together every holiday season especially decorating the tree shape with the star topping.
Notes
Great with ketchup BBQ sauce or cranberry sauce as alternate dips. Use the required tools including baking tray sharp knife pastry brush and small mixing bowls for best results.
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) egg milk and possibly mustard. Check sausage and pastry labels for additional allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 290 Total Fat 19 g Carbohydrates 20 g Protein 8 g per serving.
Pin this This recipe is quick to prepare and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at holiday parties.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of sausages work best?
Mini cocktail sausages are ideal for this dish as they bake evenly and fit perfectly when wrapped in puff pastry strips.
- → Can I prepare this in advance?
Yes, you can assemble the wrapped sausages on the baking tray ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- → How to achieve a golden pastry finish?
Brushing the pastry with beaten egg before baking ensures a shiny, golden-brown crust.
- → What are some alternative toppings for the tree?
A star-shaped piece of cheddar cheese or a slice of yellow bell pepper adds a decorative touch at the tree’s top.
- → What dipping sauces complement the dish?
Honey mustard mixed with mayonnaise and honey creates a sweet and tangy sauce that pairs well, but ketchup or BBQ sauce also work nicely.