Savory Sausage Breakfast Rolls

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Speedy crescent rolls stuffed with sausage and cheesy goodness. Yields 16 pieces in 25 minutes. A fantastic choice for breakfast or brunch gatherings.
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Updated on Sat, 22 Mar 2025 14:53:38 GMT
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These Breakfast Sausage Crescent Rolls turn basic stuff into a mouthwatering morning snack. Buttery, flaky crescents wrapped around tasty sausage and gooey cheese make the perfect grab-and-go breakfast. Every mouthful gives you amazing texture and flavor that'll have you jumping out of bed. While running breakfast catering for years, these rolls were always my go-to winner. I remember the first morning meeting where I brought them - they vanished before anything else on the table.

Must-Have Ingredients Breakdown

* Breakfast Sausage: Pick one with good seasoning * Crescent Roll Dough: Better brands make better rolls * Optional Add-ins: Veggies boost the health factor * Cheddar Cheese: Grate it yourself for smoother melting * Eggs: Brush on top if you want them extra golden * Seasonings: Just enough to bring out the meat's flavor

Morning Meal Magic Steps

Prepare The Dough Carefully pull apart the triangles for easier rolling. Brown The Sausage Cook it all the way through and get rid of extra grease. Roll With Care Make sure edges are pinched closed to keep fillings inside. Add The Filling Arrange ingredients carefully for best flavor in every bite. Bake To Perfection Look for that beautiful golden color.
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My old breakfast cooking teacher always told me, "You need trusty recipes when mornings are crazy." After making these hundreds of times, I can't argue with that wisdom.

Round Out Your Breakfast

Pair with some fluffy scrambled eggs, cut-up fresh fruit, or a simple yogurt parfait. For fancy weekend brunches, try making several different filling combos.

Fun Twists To Try

Mix things up by switching to Swiss or mozzarella cheese, tucking in some scrambled egg bits, or mixing in diced peppers. If you like heat, grab some hot sausage and pepper jack cheese.

Keeping Leftovers Fresh

Pop them in a sealed container in your fridge for up to three days. When you want one, warm it quickly in the oven to bring back the crispiness. Over all my years tweaking this recipe, I've learned these breakfast rolls hit that sweet spot between easy and impressive. When you pay attention to the little details, you'll end up with a morning treat that makes any day start right.
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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I prep these early?
Totally! Assemble them the night before, store in the fridge, and bake fresh. Add about 2-3 extra minutes in the oven.
→ Is freezing an option?
Yes, you can freeze cooked ones for two months. Warm them up in a 350°F oven until hot.
→ Which cheese is perfect?
Sharp cheddar works like a charm, but melty ones like Colby Jack or mozzarella are great too.
→ Why does filling seep out?
Seal the edges tightly and watch the amount you’re adding. Place them seam-side down on the tray.
→ Can I toss in eggs?
Absolutely! Scramble some eggs and combine with the sausage mixture for a hearty breakfast option.

Cheesy Breakfast Crescents

Golden crescent dough packed with melty cheese and seasoned sausage—a yummy, portable bite for breakfast.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Total Time
25 Minutes

Category: Breakfast

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 16 Servings (16 rolls)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

→ Main Ingredients

01 2 tubes of crescent roll dough
02 1 pound of pork or turkey breakfast sausage

→ Cheese & Seasonings

03 1/4 cup of softened cream cheese
04 1 cup of shredded cheddar
05 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
06 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder

→ Egg Wash

07 1 optional egg, beaten

Instructions

Step 01

Cook the sausage in a frying pan over medium heat until it's no longer pink. Take out the extra grease, then cool it a bit.

Step 02

Mix up the cooled sausage with pepper, garlic powder, cheddar cheese, and cream cheese until it's all blended together.

Step 03

Scoop the sausage mix onto the thicker end of each crescent, roll it into a log shape, and lay it seam-side down on your baking tray.

Step 04

If you want, brush the crescents with the beaten egg, then put them in the oven at 375°F for 12-15 minutes. They should come out golden brown.

Notes

  1. Scrambled eggs can be added inside
  2. Choose spicy sausage for a bolder flavor
  3. Stores in the fridge for about 3 days

Tools You'll Need

  • Frying pan
  • Cookie sheet
  • Sheet of parchment paper
  • A bowl for mixing

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Milk (contains cheese)
  • Wheat (from the crescent rolls)
  • Eggs

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 245
  • Total Fat: 16 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 15 g
  • Protein: 10 g