Description
These easy, savory crescent rolls are filled with creamy sausage and baked until golden brown—perfect for parties, brunch, or a comforting snack. The flaky pastry hugs a rich, flavorful filling that’s always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (mild or hot)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)
- 2 (8-ounce) cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese (optional)
- 1–2 tablespoons diced jalapeños (optional)
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 egg + splash of water (optional, for egg wash)
- Melted butter (optional, for brushing tops)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook sausage until no pink remains (about 8–10 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Transfer cooked sausage to a mixing bowl. Add softened cream cheese, garlic powder, and herbs. Mix until well combined and smooth. Stir in shredded cheese or jalapeños if using.
- Open crescent roll cans and separate dough into triangles. Lay flat on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of sausage filling onto the wide end of each triangle. Roll up tightly, starting from the wide end and tucking in sides. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Optional: Whisk egg with water and brush over tops, or brush with melted butter.
- Bake for 13–15 minutes, until golden brown and puffed. Rotate pan halfway through if needed.
- Let rolls cool for 3–5 minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Keep crescent dough cold for easier handling. Don’t overfill rolls to prevent bursting. Drain sausage well to avoid greasy filling. You can prep ahead and refrigerate unbaked rolls up to 24 hours. For gluten-free or vegetarian versions, use appropriate dough and sausage substitutes. Leftovers taste great reheated and freeze well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 320
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 11
- Protein: 4
Keywords: sausage crescent rolls, cream cheese appetizer, party food, easy appetizer, savory snack, brunch, finger food, holiday appetizer