Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents

Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents are an easy and delicious appetizer or snack perfect for parties, game days, or a quick breakfast treat. The buttery crescent rolls are filled with a savory mixture of cooked sausage and cream cheese, creating a warm, flaky, and creamy bite that everyone will love.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large skillet
• Mixing bowl
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper or non-stick spray

Ingredients Overview

• Sausage: Adds a savory and flavorful base to the filling. Use regular, spicy, or mild sausage depending on your preference.
• Cream Cheese: Makes the filling creamy and rich, balancing the flavors.
• Crescent Rolls: The ready-to-bake dough makes this recipe quick and simple.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Sausage

• In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 pound of sausage until browned and fully cooked.
• Drain excess grease and let the sausage cool slightly.

2. Prepare the Filling

• In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage with 8 ounces of softened cream cheese. Stir until fully combined and creamy.

3. Preheat the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with non-stick cooking spray.

4. Assemble the Crescents

• Open 2 cans of crescent roll dough and separate into individual triangles.
• Place a small spoonful (about 1-2 tablespoons) of the sausage mixture onto the wider end of each triangle.
• Roll the dough tightly around the filling, starting at the wide end and rolling toward the pointed end.
• Place the rolled crescents on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.

5. Bake

• Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crescents are golden brown and puffed.

6. Serve

• Serve warm as a snack, appetizer, or breakfast treat.

Recipe Tips

• Custom Flavors: Add shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, or chopped herbs to the filling for extra flavor.
• Freezing Option: Assemble the crescents and freeze them unbaked on a tray. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the bake time.
• Sealing Tip: Pinch the edges of the dough to prevent the filling from spilling out during baking.

What to Serve With This Recipe

• Serve with dipping sauces like ranch, marinara, or honey mustard.
• Pair with a fresh fruit salad for a breakfast spread.
• Add to a charcuterie board for variety at parties.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use other types of sausage?
Yes, you can use turkey sausage, chicken sausage, or plant-based sausage alternatives.

How do I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or toaster oven for the best results.

Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the crescents and refrigerate them for up to 1 day before baking.

Ingredients

• 1 pound sausage (regular, spicy, or mild)
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 cans crescent roll dough

Instructions

1. Cook and crumble the sausage in a skillet. Drain and cool slightly.
2. Mix the cooked sausage with softened cream cheese until well combined.
3. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
4. Place a spoonful of filling on each crescent triangle, roll up, and place seam side down on a baking sheet.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm.

These Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents are quick to make and absolutely delicious. Perfect for any occasion!

Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents

are an easy and delicious appetizer or snack perfect for parties, game days, or a quick breakfast treat. The buttery crescent rolls are filled with a savory mixture of cooked sausage and cream cheese, creating a warm, flaky, and creamy bite that everyone will love.

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Equipment

• Large skillet
• Mixing bowl
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper or non-stick spray

Ingredients

  

• 1 pound sausage regular, spicy, or mild
• 8 ounces cream cheese softened
• 2 cans crescent roll dough

Instructions

 

• Cook and crumble the sausage in a skillet. Drain and cool slightly.
• Mix the cooked sausage with softened cream cheese until well combined.
• Preheat the oven to 375°F.
• Place a spoonful of filling on each crescent triangle, roll up, and place seam side down on a baking sheet.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm.
• These Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents are quick to make and absolutely delicious. Perfect for any occasion!