Description
Hello, fellow food enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into an irresistible recipe that combines the creamy goodness of cream cheese with the savory taste of sausage—Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents. If you’re a fan of simple, delicious comfort food that’s perfect for any occasion, then this recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Whether you’re making these for breakfast, dinner, or a snack, these crescent rolls are sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 pound breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Optional substitutions: If you’re looking for a healthier option, you can use turkey sausage instead of regular breakfast sausage. For a dairy-free version, substitute the cream cheese with a plant-based alternative.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This ensures your crescents will bake evenly and won’t stick.
Step 2: Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture
In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika. Mix these ingredients until they form a smooth and well-blended filling.
Step 3: Cook the Sausage
In a skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and crumbly. Drain any excess grease and let it cool slightly. Then, add it to the cream cheese mixture and stir until everything is well combined.
Step 4: Roll the Crescent Dough
Unroll each can of crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles. Take a generous tablespoon of the sausage and cream cheese mixture and spread it onto the wide end of each triangle.
Step 5: Assemble and Bake
Starting from the wide end, tightly roll up each crescent roll, enclosing the filling inside. Place the filled crescents on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescents are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Equipment
2Pcs Heart Shape Cake Pans, Aluminum Heart Cake Mold, Reusable 10 inch
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- Use Fresh Sausage: Freshly cooked sausage gives the best texture and flavor. If you use pre-cooked sausage, be sure to crumble it finely.
- Customize the Filling: Feel free to add a variety of seasonings or even veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms for an extra twist!
- Chill the Dough: If the crescent dough is too soft, chill it in the fridge for 10 minutes before rolling for easier handling.