These warm, flaky rolls are filled with crispy bacon and gooey melted cheese, making them the perfect appetizer, side dish, or snack. They’re easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
- 1 package (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese blend)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning (optional, for topping)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Filling: Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces. Shred your cheese if you haven’t bought it pre-shredded.
- Unroll the Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese and crumbled bacon onto each triangle.
- Roll up each triangle starting from the wide end to the point.
- Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheet.
- Egg Wash and Topping:
- Brush each roll with the beaten egg.
- Brush the rolls with the melted butter.
- Sprinkle the rolls with everything bagel seasoning (if desired).
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Let the rolls cool slightly before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Optional Additions/Variations:
- Add a sprinkle of chopped green onions or chives to the filling.
- Use different types of cheese, such as Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or mozzarella.
- Add a dash of garlic powder or onion powder to the filling for extra flavor.
- add a small amount of cream cheese to the mixture.
- Add jalapenos for a spicy kick.
- Brush with garlic butter instead of plain melted butter.
Enjoy your Golden Cheesy Bacon Rolls!