These easy and delicious cheesy sausage stuffed crescent rolls are the perfect appetizer, snack, or even a quick meal. Flaky crescent roll dough is wrapped around savory sausage and gooey cheese, creating a comforting and satisfying treat.
Ingredients:
- 1 (11 oz) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/2 pound cooked breakfast sausage (mild or spicy), crumbled
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a blend of your favorite cheeses)
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon milk or egg wash (optional, for browning)
- 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Sausage: Cook the breakfast sausage thoroughly until browned. Drain any excess grease and crumble the sausage.
- Combine Cheese: In a small bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese.
- Unroll Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough on a lightly floured surface. Carefully separate the triangles at the perforations.
- Assemble Rolls: Sprinkle a small amount of the cheese mixture onto each crescent triangle. Top with a spoonful of the cooked sausage crumbles.
- Roll Up: Starting at the wide end of each triangle, roll up the dough towards the point. Gently pinch the seams to seal.
- Optional Basting and Topping: If desired, brush the tops of the rolls with milk or an egg wash for a golden brown color. Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Bake: Arrange the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Let the rolls cool slightly before serving. They are best served warm.
Tips and Variations:
- Cheese Variations: Feel free to use different cheeses, such as pepper jack, Monterey Jack, or a combination of your favorites.
- Spice it Up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the sausage for a spicier kick.
- Add Veggies: Sautéed onions, bell peppers, or mushrooms can be added to the sausage mixture for extra flavor and nutrients.
- Dipping Sauces: Serve with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, marinara sauce, or a creamy cheese dip.
- Make-Ahead: You can assemble the rolls ahead of time and refrigerate them until ready to bake. Add a few minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
- Freezing: Baked rolls can be frozen. Let them cool completely, then wrap individually and freeze in a freezer bag. Reheat in the oven or microwave.