These Savory Sausage and Cheese Crescents are the perfect bite-sized snack or appetizer—flaky crescent rolls stuffed with flavorful sausage and melted cheese. Quick to make and always a crowd favorite, they’re great for game days, parties, or a hearty breakfast on the go.
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/2 lb breakfast sausage (pork or turkey), cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite melty cheese)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Directions
Step 1: Prepare the Filling
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and crumbled.
- Drain excess grease and let cool slightly.
- Mix sausage with shredded cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper in a bowl.
Step 2: Assemble the Crescents
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Unroll crescent dough and separate into 8 triangles.
- Spoon about 1–2 tablespoons of the sausage-cheese mixture onto the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll up each triangle, starting at the wide end, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 3: Bake
- Bake for 11–13 minutes or until crescents are golden brown and cooked through.
- Optional: sprinkle with chopped parsley or green onions for a fresh touch.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Servings: 8 crescents
Calories: ~220 per crescent
Serve these warm with a side of honey mustard or ranch for dipping, and watch them disappear fast!