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Sausage Stuffed Crescents combine tasty sausage, creamy cheese, and buttery pastry dough. This easy-to-make treat will wow your guests at breakfast or as a snack, perfect for busy mornings, weekend brunches, or when you're craving something tasty.
Convenient Morning Treat That Hits The Spot
These crescents offer the ultimate breakfast fix with their mix of seasoned sausage and cheese all wrapped in flaky dough. They come together quickly, can be tweaked to your liking, and work great on the go or served at a laid-back brunch.
Breakfast Crescent Roll Ingredients
- Breakfast sausage: 450g of cooked and drained pork or turkey.
- Crescent dough: 2 tubes unwrapped and pulled apart into triangles.
- Cheese: 100g of shredded cheddar or cheese blend.
- Cream cheese: 60g softened to make the filling richer.
- Garlic powder: 2g to boost flavor.
- Black pepper: 2g for seasoning.
- Egg: 1 beaten to brush the tops.
Step-By-Step Cooking Guide
- Get The Oven Ready
- Heat to 190°C. Put down some baking paper on a tray.
- Brown The Sausage
- Cook sausage in a pan over medium heat until browned. Drain fat and let cool a bit.
- Mix The Filling
- Combine cooked sausage, shredded cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder and pepper.
- Roll Your Crescents
- Put a spoonful of filling on the wide end of each triangle. Roll up and place on tray.
- Add Egg Wash
- Brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
Baking Tips And Serving Ideas
- Baking Time
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown. Check underneath to make sure they're done.
- Serving Suggestions
- Enjoy while hot with ketchup, mustard or a creamy breakfast sauce.
- Leftovers
- Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Warm in the oven to keep them crispy.
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Tasty Twist Suggestions
- Scrambled Eggs: Toss some scrambled eggs into your filling for extra heartiness.
- Spicy Option: Go with spicy sausage or add red pepper flakes.
- Cheese Mix: Try switching up your cheese with pepper jack or gouda.
- Veggie Choice: Swap sausage for sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make these ahead of time?
- Sure! Make them a day early and keep in the fridge. Just warm them in the oven before eating.
- → Which cheese works best?
- Cheddar is a good pick, but melty cheeses like mozzarella or gruyère work too. Mix them up if you'd like!
- → Is freezing these rolls an option?
- Absolutely, they freeze well cooked or uncooked. If frozen raw, just add an extra 5-7 minutes to bake time.
- → How can I tell if they’re cooked?
- Look for golden and crunchy pastry on all sides. Use a thermometer—the center should hit 165°F (74°C).
- → What can I swap the sausage with?
- Go for chopped ham, cooked bacon, or a veggie option like sautéed mushrooms. Personalize it your way!