Looking for something warm, cheesy, flaky, and downright irresistible? These Sausage & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls check every box. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, prepping a game-day snack, or just need a quick comfort food fix—this is one recipe you’ll come back to again and again.
With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you get golden, buttery crescent rolls bursting with creamy sausage filling. They’re easy to make, incredibly satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser.
🧾 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground breakfast sausage (your choice: pork, turkey, or chicken) | 1 lb (450g) |
| Cream cheese, softened | 8 oz (225g) |
| Crescent roll dough (or puff pastry) | 2 cans |
| Egg (for brushing tops) | 1 |
| Optional: shredded cheddar cheese | ½ cup |
| Optional: garlic powder, parsley, or chives | To taste |
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Sausage
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage, breaking it up as it cooks. Once fully cooked, drain the excess fat and let it cool slightly.
2. Make the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage with softened cream cheese until smooth and well blended.
Want extra flavor? Mix in shredded cheddar, garlic powder, or fresh herbs like parsley or chives.
3. Prep the Dough
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles (or rectangles if using puff pastry).
Place a spoonful of the sausage mixture near the wide end of each triangle. Roll up tightly, tucking in the edges if needed to keep the filling inside.
4. Brush with Egg Wash
Place the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Beat the egg and brush over the tops to give them a golden, glossy finish.
5. Bake
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and flaky.
Let cool slightly before serving (if you can wait!).
Sausage & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- baking sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground breakfast sausage (pork, turkey, or chicken)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cans crescent roll dough or puff pastry sheets
- 1 egg (for brushing)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- To taste garlic powder, parsley, or chives (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and crumble sausage until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat and let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked sausage with softened cream cheese. Mix until creamy and combined. Optionally stir in cheddar, garlic powder, or herbs.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles or rectangles. Add filling to each and roll up snugly.
- Place rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Beat the egg and brush over the tops of each roll.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
Nutrition
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
These crescent rolls are super versatile! Serve them as:
- A quick breakfast bite on the go
- An appetizer at your next get-together
- A lunchbox treat for picky eaters
- A snack or dinner idea when time is short
Pair with:
- Ranch dip
- Spicy mayo
- Honey mustard
- Even scrambled eggs or a light salad!
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Reheat: Pop them in the oven or air fryer at 350°F for 5–6 minutes to keep them crispy (avoid the microwave if you want to keep the texture flaky)
💡 Tips & Variations
- Make it spicy: Use hot sausage or add red pepper flakes to the filling
- Veggie boost: Sautéed onions, bell peppers, or spinach go great inside
- Switch the dough: Puff pastry or biscuit dough also works well
- Mini rolls: Cut triangles smaller for bite-size party apps
- Freezer-friendly: Assemble and freeze unbaked rolls for future snacks—bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes
🧡 Final Thoughts
These Sausage & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls are the ultimate no-fuss comfort food—perfectly flaky, full of creamy filling, and endlessly customizable. They come together in just minutes but taste like something you’d find in a cozy café.
Whether you’re making a dozen for the family or just a few for yourself, this is one of those recipes that belongs in every home cook’s back pocket.
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