Here’s an easy, satisfying, and family-favorite recipe for Breakfast Sausage Crescent Rolls — perfect for busy mornings, brunches, or even make-ahead meal prep!
🥐 Breakfast Sausage Crescent Rolls
🍽️ Makes: 8 rolls
⏱️ Total Time: ~30 minutes
📋 Ingredients:
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1 package (8-count) refrigerated crescent roll dough
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8 links of breakfast sausage (fully cooked or pre-cooked before rolling)
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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2 eggs, scrambled (optional, for extra filling)
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Butter (optional, for brushing)
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Everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds (optional topping)
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prep the Sausage:
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If using raw sausage links, cook them in a skillet until browned and cooked through. Let cool slightly.
2. Preheat Oven:
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Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Prepare Crescent Rolls:
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Unroll the crescent dough and separate into 8 triangles.
4. Fill and Roll:
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On the wide end of each triangle, place:
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1 cooked sausage link
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A sprinkle of cheddar cheese
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Optional: a spoonful of scrambled egg
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Roll up each triangle starting from the wide end to the tip, enclosing the filling.
5. Top and Bake:
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Place rolls seam-side down on the baking sheet.
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Optional: Brush tops with melted butter and sprinkle with seasoning.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
🧊 Storage & Reheat:
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Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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Reheat: In oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes or microwave for 20–30 seconds.
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Freezer: Freeze baked rolls; reheat straight from frozen at 350°F for 10–12 minutes.
🔄 Variations:
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Use maple sausage for sweetness or spicy sausage for heat.
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Add a smear of cream cheese before rolling for extra creaminess.
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Try with bacon crumbles or veggie sausage for variety.