Savory Cheddar Breakfast Sausage Crescent Rolls
These savory crescent rolls are filled with a delicious mixture of cooked breakfast sausage and shredded cheddar cheese, then baked until golden brown for a perfect breakfast or brunch.
Equipment
- Medium skillet
- Baking sheet
- Small bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 ounce)
- 1/2 pound breakfast sausage (pork, turkey, or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional Egg Wash & Seasoning
- 1 large egg lightly beaten (optional, for egg wash)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the breakfast sausage in a medium skillet until browned, breaking it apart, then drain excess grease and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and unroll crescent roll dough onto a baking sheet, separating the triangles.
Assembly and Baking
- Combine cooked sausage and shredded cheddar cheese in a small bowl, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of the sausage and cheese mixture onto the wide end of each crescent roll triangle.
- Roll up each crescent from the wide to the pointed end, keeping the filling inside.
- Arrange rolled crescents on the baking sheet and brush with egg wash, if desired, for a golden finish.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sausage and cheese mixture. These crescent rolls are best served warm, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.