Save to Pinterest Savory sausage rounds topped with tangy cranberry sauce and fresh herbs, these festive bites are perfect for holiday gatherings and cocktail parties.
This recipe was a big hit at my last holiday party; everyone loved the festive flavors and the easy bite-sized portions.
Ingredients
- Sausage: 450 g (1 lb) good-quality cocktail sausages or thick pork sausages, cut into 2-cm (¾-inch) slices, 1 tbsp olive oil
- Topping: 120 g (½ cup) cranberry sauce (whole berry recommended), 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped, 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped, 1 small red chili, deseeded and finely diced (optional, for heat)
- Garnish: Fresh small parsley or rosemary sprigs (to resemble holly leaves), 24 fresh or dried cranberries (or pomegranate seeds, for berries)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Toss the sausage slices with olive oil and arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 3:
- Roast for 15 20 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and cooked through.
- Step 4:
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the cranberry sauce with chopped parsley, rosemary, and chili (if using).
- Step 5:
- Remove sausages from the oven and cool slightly.
- Step 6:
- Spoon a small dollop of the herbed cranberry mixture onto each sausage bite.
- Step 7:
- Garnish each with a mini parsley or rosemary sprig and a cranberry or pomegranate seed to create a festive holly berry look.
- Step 8:
- Arrange on a platter and serve warm or at room temperature.
Save to Pinterest This recipe brings the family together every holiday season, creating joyful memories bite by bite.
Notes
These bites pair well with sparkling wine or a light red. For extra crunch, add a thin slice of toasted baguette under each sausage.
Required Tools
Sharp knife, baking sheet, parchment paper, small mixing bowl, spoon
Allergen Information
Contains Meat (pork or turkey, depending on sausage choice). May contain Gluten (if sausages are not gluten-free). Double-check sausage and cranberry sauce labels for allergens.
Save to Pinterest Enjoy these festive bites as a perfect appetizer to kick off your holiday celebrations.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What type of sausages work best for this dish?
Good-quality cocktail or thick pork sausages sliced into rounds are ideal. Turkey sausage can be substituted for a lighter option.
- → Can I make a gluten-free version?
Yes, by choosing gluten-free sausages and checking the cranberry sauce labels, you can keep this dish gluten-free.
- → How do I achieve the festive holly berry appearance?
Garnish each bite with small sprigs of parsley or rosemary to mimic holly leaves and top with fresh or dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds as berries.
- → Is it better served warm or at room temperature?
These bites can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, making them versatile for various occasions.
- → What drinks pair well with these savory bites?
They pair excellently with sparkling wine or a light red wine, enhancing the festive flavors.