Here’s a detailed recipe for Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls flaky crescent rolls filled with savory sausage and creamy cheese. They’re a delicious appetizer or snack.
Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls Recipe
Ingredients:
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1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough (usually comes in 8 triangles)
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 pound (about 225g) ground breakfast sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional but highly recommended)
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional: chopped fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Cook the sausage:
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
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Drain excess grease, if any.
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Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
3. Prepare the filling:
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In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with cooked sausage.
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Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
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Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, if using, for extra flavor and melty goodness.
4. Assemble the crescent rolls:
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Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface.
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Separate into 8 triangles.
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Place a generous tablespoon of the sausage and cream cheese mixture at the wide end of each triangle.
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Carefully roll up each triangle toward the point, sealing the filling inside.
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Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheet, point side down.
5. Bake:
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Bake in the preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
6. Serve:
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Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
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Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley or chives for a fresh touch.
Tips:
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You can add a little hot sauce or chopped jalapeños to the filling if you like a spicy kick.
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Serve with ketchup, mustard, or your favorite dipping sauce.
