Encased in a buttery crescent roll, savory sausage and creamy cheese combine to create a delectable and effortless appetizer or snack known as sausage cream cheese crescents. These crescents make a great quick breakfast treat or are ideal for gatherings and game days. You can quickly prepare a batch of these delicious snacks for a large crowd by just a few basic ingredients. ๐ฅ๐ง
Ingredients
- 1 package (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/2 pound breakfast sausage
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preparing the Filling:
- Cook the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until it is browned and cooked through. Break it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
- Mix the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the cooked sausage, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Assembling the Crescents:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
- Fill the Crescents: Place a spoonful of the sausage and cheese mixture at the wide end of each crescent triangle. Roll up the dough, starting from the wide end and rolling towards the point.
- Bake: Place the filled crescents on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crescents are golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
Crescents filled with sausage cream cheese are a tasty and adaptable addition to any dinner or get-together. They are appealing because of their buttery, flaky shell and flavorful filling. Watch them disappear quickly when served warm and topped with fresh parsley for a splash of color. These crescents are going to be a big hit whether you’re throwing a party or just looking for a good snack. Have fun! ๐ฅ๐ง