Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents combine savory breakfast sausage with creamy cheese wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough. Perfect as a party appetizer or a savory breakfast treat, these golden bites come together quickly and bake to perfection in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Sausage Filling
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Dough
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash – optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Cook the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is browned and fully cooked through. Then, drain any excess grease from the pan to avoid soggy crescents.
- Combine Filling Ingredients: Lower the heat to low, add the softened cream cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and green onions (if using) to the sausage. Stir continuously until the mixture is well combined, creamy, and heated through. Remove from heat to cool slightly.
- Prepare Crescent Dough: Unroll the refrigerated crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles as per package instructions.
- Assemble Crescents: Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the sausage and cream cheese mixture onto the wide end of each crescent dough triangle. Roll each triangle from the wide end toward the narrow point, enclosing the filling inside. Place the rolled crescents onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Apply Egg Wash (Optional): For a shiny, golden-brown finish, lightly brush the tops of the crescents with the beaten egg.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12–15 minutes until the crescents are puffed, golden brown, and flaky.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let them cool slightly before serving warm. Enjoy these savory crescents as an appetizer or breakfast treat.
Notes
- These crescents are ideal for parties or as a savory breakfast option.
- The sausage filling can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to assemble.
- You can customize the filling by adding herbs or cheese of your choice.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free crescent dough.
- Brushing with egg wash is optional but adds a nice golden sheen and texture.
