Sausage Apple Bites
Transform your appetizer game with these irresistible Sausage Apple Bites, a delightful blend of savory and sweet flavors wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry. Perfect for holiday parties or casual gatherings, this crowd-pleasing recipe features crispy, seasoned ground sausage paired with the tart crunch of Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, all melted together with sharp cheddar cheese for a rich, comforting bite. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, these bite-sized bundles are brushed with an egg wash for a beautifully golden finish and can be garnished with fresh thyme for a touch of elegance. Whether you're looking for an easy appetizer or an on-the-go snack, these Sausage Apple Bites deliver in both taste and presentation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams ground sausage (mild or spicy, based on preference)
- 1 large apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, peeled and finely diced)
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets (thawed, if frozen)
- 100 grams sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 large egg (beaten with 1 tablespoon water for egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and set aside to cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage, finely diced apple, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets to ensure they are smooth and even. Cut each sheet into 12 equal squares, making a total of 24 squares.
Place about 1 tablespoon of the sausage-apple-cheese mixture in the center of each puff pastry square.
Fold the corners of each square over the filling, pinching them together to seal and form a small bundle. Repeat for all the squares.
Place the completed bundles onto the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down, ensuring there is space between each piece.
Brush each bundle with the egg wash to achieve a golden finish when baked.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and flaky.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1863 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.2 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.8 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 467 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 3031 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.2 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 79.5 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 818 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 970 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
