If you’re looking for the perfect combination of smoky, savory, and cheesy then grilled sausage bread is a must-try. This perfect Saturday afternoon sitting on the deck type recipe brings together rich sausage, gooey mozzarella, and golden, crispy bread—all coming together on the grill. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or just want a hearty, satisfying snack, this dish will be a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Why Grill Sausage Bread?
Grilling adds a layer of flavor that an indoor oven just can’t replicate. The dough crisps up beautifully, with a hint of smokiness, while the fat of the sausage infuses into the bread. Then combine those flavors with melted mozzarella cheese, garlic and rosemary making this grilled recipe irresistible.
Ingredients for Sausage Bread
To make this grilled sausage bread, you’ll need:
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 pound ground sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1/2 pound sliced mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 egg
- Pinch of dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Flour for dusting
- Favorite Red Sauce for dipping
Instructions for preparing
Step 1: Prepare the Sausage Filling
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ground sausage.
- Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
- Drain any excess grease and let the sausage cool slightly.
Step 2: Roll Out the Dough
- Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle, about 12×8 inches.
- Brush with olive oil and sprinkle the garlic powder over the dough.
Dough on cutting board
Step 3: Assemble the Bread
- Evenly spread the cooked sausage over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
- Add the mozzarella slices and grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Brush egg wash around the edges to help seal the dough.
- Carefully roll the dough into a log, pinching the seams to seal.
- Tuck in the ends to prevent cheese from oozing out while
grilling . - Cut three slits into the top of the dough to let steam release while
grilling . - Brush the remaining egg wash on top and sprinkle the dried rosemary as well.
Preparing Sausage Bread
Step 4: Grill to Perfection
- Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F-400°F).
- Lightly grease the grates with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
- Place the rolled sausage bread on foil on the grill. The seems should be facing down and the slits facing up.
- Grill on indirect heat for about 14 minutes until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
- Once fully cooked, remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Sausage Bread on the grill
Serving Suggestions
Slice your grilled sausage bread into thick, hearty pieces and serve it with marinara sauce for dipping. It pairs beautifully with a cold beer or a fresh side salad. Whether served as an appetizer or main dish, it’s guaranteed to be a hit!
Grilled Sausage Bread sliced and sitting on cutting board with red sauce for dipping
Pro Grilling Tips for sausage bread
- Use indirect heat: If your grill runs hot, move the bread to a cooler part of the grill to prevent burning while allowing it to cook through.
- Experiment with cheese: Swap mozzarella for provolone for a different flavor twist.
- Make it ahead: Assemble the bread and keep it refrigerated until ready to grill.
Grilled sausage bread is the ultimate comfort food with a smoky twist. Try this recipe at your next cookout and watch it disappear within minutes!
Sausage Bread
If you’re looking for the perfect combination of smoky, savory, and cheesy then grilled sausage bread is a must-try. This perfect Saturday afternoon sitting on the deck type recipe brings together rich sausage, gooey mozzarella, and golden, crispy bread—all coming together on the grill. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or just want a hearty, satisfying snack, this dish will be a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 pound ground sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1/2 pound sliced mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 egg
- Pinch of dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Flour for dusting
Instructions
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ground sausage.
Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
Drain any excess grease and let the sausage cool slightly.
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle, about 12x8 inches.
Brush with olive oil and sprinkle the garlic powder over the dough.
Evenly spread the cooked sausage over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
Add the mozzarella slices and grated parmesan cheese on top.
Brush egg wash around the edges to help seal the dough.
Carefully roll the dough into a log, pinching the seams to seal.
Tuck in the ends to prevent cheese from oozing out while grilling.
Cut three slits into the top of the dough to let steam release while grilling.
Brush the remaining egg wash on top and sprinkle the dried rosemary as well.
Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F-400°F).
Lightly grease the grates with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
Place the rolled sausage bread on foil on the grill. The seems should be facing down and the slits facing up.
Grill on indirect heat for about 14 minutes until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
Once fully cooked, remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Grill on indirect heat.
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