Introduction: Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls are a delightful treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a savory snack. These crescent rolls are filled with a flavorful mixture of cream cheese and seasoned breakfast sausage, all wrapped up in flaky crescent dough. They’re incredibly easy to make and sure to be a hit with family and friends. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a comforting homemade snack, these delicious rolls are bound to satisfy your appetite. So let’s dive into the recipe and whip up a batch of these irresistible Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls!
Ingredients:
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent rolls
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 lb breakfast sausage (you can use mild or hot, depending on your preference)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until it’s browned and cooked through. Use a spatula to break it up into smaller pieces as it cooks. Once cooked, remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with optional garlic powder and onion powder. Mix until smooth.
- Combine Sausage and Cream Cheese: Add the cooked sausage to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until well combined. If you’re using shredded cheddar cheese, you can also add it to this mixture.
- Prepare Crescent Rolls: Open the can of refrigerated crescent rolls and separate them into triangles along the perforated lines.
- Fill and Roll: Spoon a small amount of the sausage and cream cheese mixture onto each crescent roll triangle. Roll the crescent rolls up starting from the wide end and rolling towards the tip.
- Bake: Place the filled crescent rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Once baked, remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious sausage cream cheese crescent rolls!
These rolls are not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite herbs or spices to the cream cheese mixture, or by including additional fillings like diced bell peppers or onions. Whether served as a breakfast treat or a party appetizer, these Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
