From the MasterChef kitchen! Declan Cleary’s must-try Gourmet Mini Sausage Rolls
Level up snack time with MasterChef Declan Cleary’s Gourmet Mini Sausage Rolls recipe.
They’re bite-sized, golden, and guaranteed to disappear fast! MasterChef Australia 2023 fan favourite Declan Cleary has created this exclusive recipe in partnership with LG Electronics Australia, and trust us, it’s a crowd-pleaser.
Baked to perfection in the LG 6-in-1 Smart Oven, these gourmet mini sausage rolls strike the perfect balance of crisp, flaky pastry and rich, flavour-packed filling. They’re perfect for birthday parties, a weekend snack, or even sneaking into the kids’ lunchboxes for a fun surprise.
Declan’s take on this family favourite is easy, delicious and sure to impress both little and big foodies alike.
Declan, who is expecting his first child with Sarah Todd, who he met earlier this year on MasterChef: Back To Win, shared their exciting baby news in October, 2025. And with two chefs in the family, we can’t wait to see what baby-friendly recipes they cook up next.
Declan Cleary’s Gourmet Mini Sausage Rolls recipe
Makes: Approximately 12 mini sausage rolls
Ingredients:
Beef Filling:
- 500g premium beef mince
- 1 small brown onion, finely grated
- 4 garlic cloves, freshly minced
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp rich tomato paste
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 4 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For Assembly & Finishing:
- 4–5 sheets high-quality puff pastry
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Method:
- Begin by preheating your LG InstaView Oven to a precise 200°C (390°F) using the innovative Air Fry mode. This ensures a beautifully crisp finish. Line a sturdy baking tray with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the premium beef mince, finely grated onion, minced garlic, a generous pinch of smoked paprika, a dash of Worcestershire sauce, rich tomato paste, fragrant dried oregano, fresh chopped parsley, and season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Gently yet thoroughly mix until all ingredients are blended.
- Lay out a sheet of high-quality puff pastry. Carefully spoon a neat line of your prepared beef filling down the centre. Delicately roll the pastry over to enclose the filling, pressing the seam firmly to seal. Repeat this process with the remaining pastry and filling.
- Slice each roll into charming miniature pieces (approximately 4–5 cm each), perfect for entertaining. Arrange them, seam-side down, on your prepared baking trays, ensuring even spacing for optimal air circulation.
- Lightly whisk two eggs until just combined. Gracefully brush the tops of your mini rolls with the egg wash, then generously sprinkle with sesame seeds for an added layer of texture and visual appeal.
- Carefully transfer the trays to your preheated LG oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the pastry achieves a golden hue and is crisp and flaky.
- Serve these delectable mini sausage rolls hot, accompanied by your favourite gourmet dipping sauce – perhaps a spicy sriracha aioli or a tangy tomato relish – for an unforgettable culinary experience.
The LG InstaView Oven is seriously impressive
At a recent LG & MasterChef Australia partnership event, “A Taste of the Good Life” , Declan Cleary showed off how easy cooking can be with the LG InstaView “knock knock” oven. Simply knock twice to peek at your food without letting the heat escape, for perfectly cooked meals every time.
The oven’s standout Full Steam and Air Fry modes let you cook your way, saving space and extra appliances.
Cleaning is simple thanks to BlueEasy Clean – steam power makes wiping down the oven a 10-minute job, no harsh chemicals needed.
The LG induction cooktop is equally impressive:
- PowerBoost mode heats pans quickly and boils water in minutes.
- Flexi Cooking fits different shapes and sizes of pots and pans across an expanded area.
- Easy sliding touch controls with LED lights make cooking intuitive.
- Auto-hood activation syncs with the LG rangehood via the LG ThinQ app, adjusting extraction automatically to match your cooking.
