Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls are the perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients, but they are so delicious and satisfying.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
These crescent rolls are the perfect appetizer for any occasion. They're made with a flaky crescent roll dough filled with a savory sausage and cream cheese mixture, then baked until golden brown.
The result is a delicious and irresistible treat that everyone will love.
- Easy to make. You can easily whip up these crescent roll appetizers in just minutes.
- Affordable. You'll find the ingredients for making these sausage cream cheese crescent rolls to be budget friendly.
- Delicious. The combination of savory sausage, creamy cheese, and flaky crescent dough is irresistible.
- Versatile. You can serve them as an appetizer, snack, or even a light meal.
- Perfect for entertaining. Whether you're hosting a party, potluck, or just want to enjoy a delicious snack at home, these rolls perfect for any occasion.
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- Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Sausage Crescent Rolls Ingredients
- How to Make Cream Cheese Sausage Crescent Rolls
- Serving Suggestions
- Related Recipes
- Substitutions and Variations
- Equipment
- Storage and Reheating
- Tips for Success
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Some Other Recipes We Are Sure You Will Love
- 📖 Recipe
- Food Safety
Sausage Crescent Rolls Ingredients
Whether you need an appetizer, mid-day snack or even dinner solution on the fly, these crescents are the perfect solution that can be whipped up quickly and easily!
Make these melt-in-your mouth appetizers with some cream cheese, crescent rolls, Cheddar cheese, red bell pepper, and pork sausage. The results are guaranteed to become a family favorite.
- Sausage - Bulk sausage, regular or spicy.
- Bell pepper - Diced red bell pepper.
- Cream cheese - Softened to room temperature.
- Crescent rolls - Two tubes of crescent rolls, 8 oz size.
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Cheese - Shredded, Cheddar or your favorite.
- Green onions - Sliced green onion.
- Tomatoes - Diced.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Cream Cheese Sausage Crescent Rolls
Whether it’s for an appetizer, main dish, or a late night snack, this tasty treat is guaranteed to satisfy your taste buds! This delectable combination of savory sausage blend with creamy cream cheese makes the perfect combination.
Cook Sausage Filling
- Cook the bulk sausage in a skillet until it's no longer pink - about 7 minutes. Add the diced red pepper, and diced green onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Transfer to a bowl and add the softened cream cheese and shredded cheese, blending until mixed well.
Prepare The Crescent Roll Dough
- Pop open the tubes of crescent rolls, and spread them out on the lined baking sheet.
- Pinch the seams together if the sheet is perforated.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over each sheet.
Roll Up And Chill
- Roll each sheet of cream cheese covered dough up jelly roll style into a log, and pinch the dough to seal along the seam.
- Place in the freezer for one hour to firm up before slicing and baking.
Cut and Bake
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Cut each stuffed crescent roll log into 8 to 10 slices and arrange about 2" apart on on the prepared baking sheet.
- Place in the oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve while still hot or warm.
Serving Suggestions
Sausage cream cheese crescent rolls appetizers are the perfecthot appetizer for you next gathering. The combination of savory sausage and creamy cheese baked inside golden crescent rolls makes for one delicious bite-sized snack!
Whether you fix them up for a family weeknight treat or prepare them ahead as an appetizer for your next party, these sausage cream cheese crescent rolls are sure to become a new favorite!
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few delicious variations when making sausage crescent rolls.
- You can substitute any type of cheese for the shredded cheese.
- You can substitute turkey sausage for pork sausage.
- For a spicier roll, use hot sausage.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making sausage cream cheese crescent rolls.
Storage and Reheating
- These rolls can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- You can also freeze these rolls for up to 3 months. To freeze, place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for 1-2 hours. Once frozen, transfer the rolls to a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
- To reheat, thaw the rolls overnight in the refrigerator. Then, bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Tips for Success
Here are a few tips for making the best sausage cream cheese crescent roll appetizers:
- Be sure to drain off any excess grease from the sausage before mixing the filling.
- Don't overcrowd your baking sheet. If you put too many rolls on one baking sheet, they won't cook evenly.
- Don't over-bake, or the sausage crescent rolls will dry out.
- To make ahead, assemble the rolls but do not bake them. Cover and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, bake as directed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use other types of dough, such as puff pastry or pie dough.
Yes, you can make these rolls ahead of time and freeze them. To do this, wrap and freeze the un-sliced rolls. Then, when you are ready to serve, thaw the rolls overnight in the refrigerator and slice & bake as directed.
The rolls are done when they are golden brown and cooked through. You can also insert a toothpick into the center of a roll. If the toothpick comes out clean, the rolls are done.
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📖 Recipe
Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 lb Sausage bulk sausage, regular or spicy
- ½ cup Bell pepper finely diced red bell pepper
- 2 Green onions sliced
- 8 oz Cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1 cup Cheese shredded, cheddar or pepper jack
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tubes Crescent rolls 8 oz per tube
Instructions
- Cook the bulk sausage in a skillet until it's no longer pink - about 7 minutes. Add the diced red pepper, and diced green onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.1 lb Sausage, ½ cup Bell pepper, 2 Green onions, 1 teaspoon Salt, ½ teaspoon Black pepper, 1 cup Cheese
- Transfer to a bowl and add the softened cream cheese and shredded cheese, blending until mixed well.8 oz Cream cheese
- Pop open the tubes of crescent rolls, and spread them out on the lined baking sheet.2 tubes Crescent rolls
- Pinch the seams together if the sheet is perforated. Spread the cream cheese mixture over each sheet.
- Roll each sheet of cream cheese covered dough up jelly roll style into a log, and pinch the dough to seal along the seam.
- Place in the freezer for one hour to firm up before slicing and baking.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Cut each stuffed crescent roll log into 8 to 10 slices and arrange about 2" apart on on the prepared baking sheet.
- Place in the oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve while still hot or warm.
Notes
- Be sure to drain off any excess grease from the sausage before mixing the filling.
- Don't overcrowd your baking sheet. If you put too many rolls on one baking sheet, they won't cook evenly.
- Don't over-bake, or the sausage crescent rolls will dry out.
- To make ahead, assemble the rolls but do not bake them. Cover and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, bake as directed.
Nutrition
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
- Wash hands after touching raw meat.
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave cooking food unattended.
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.
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