Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Baked Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents. Perfectly flaky crescent rolls are stuffed with savory sausage and creamy, tangy cream cheese, creating a delectable balance of flavors. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a tasty snack. With minimal ingredients and quick preparation, these irresistible crescents are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. - Cook the sausage:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it into small crumbles as it browns. Cook until fully browned and no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary. - Mix with cream cheese:
Transfer the cooked sausage to a mixing bowl and let it cool slightly. Add the softened cream cheese to the bowl and mix until well combined. For extra flavor, mix in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper if desired. - Prepare the crescent rolls:
Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles. Place a spoonful of the sausage and cream cheese mixture onto the wide end of each triangle. - Roll and shape:
Starting at the wide end, roll the dough towards the point, encasing the sausage mixture. Place each rolled crescent onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them. - Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the crescents are golden brown and flaky. - Serve:
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Tip: These crescents are perfect for meal prep! You can prepare the sausage and cream cheese filling ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to assemble and bake.
Enjoy these Baked Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a brunch favorite, or a cozy snack!