Here’s a quick, tasty recipe for Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack:
Ingredients
- 1 can (8 oz / 225 g) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for extra gooeyness)
- Optional: chopped green onions or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven: 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook sausage: Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Prepare crescent dough: Unroll dough and separate into triangles.
- Fill crescents: Spread a layer of cream cheese on each triangle. Top with cooked sausage and shredded cheddar (if using).
- Roll up: Starting from the wide end, roll each triangle toward the point, enclosing the filling.
- Bake: Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Optional garnish with chopped green onions or chives. Serve warm.
Tip: For extra flavor, mix the cream cheese with a pinch of garlic powder or paprika before spreading.
If you want, I can also give a mini bite-sized version that’s perfect for parties or breakfast on-the-go.
