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Sausage & Cheese Crescents

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Sausage and Cheese Crescent Rolls (Easy Breakfast Recipe)

Kick off your day with Sausage and Cheese Crescent Rolls—a quick, satisfying breakfast that’s crispy on the outside and warm and cheesy inside. This easy recipe pairs buttery crescent roll dough with savory breakfast sausage and melty cheese for a flaky treat that works just as well for busy weekdays as it does for a relaxed weekend brunch. Add a dipping sauce on the side for even more flavor.

Sausage & Cheese Crescents

Ingredients

  • 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 8 breakfast sausage links (pre-cooked or raw)
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven
    Set the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to help prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.

  2. Cook the sausage (if needed)
    If your sausage links are raw, cook them in a skillet over medium heat until fully done. Let them cool for a few minutes so they’re easier to handle.

  3. Separate the crescent dough
    Unroll the dough and pull it apart into triangles along the perforated lines. Arrange the triangles flat on your prepared baking sheet.

  4. Fill each roll
    Place one sausage link on the wide end of each dough triangle. If you’re using cheese, sprinkle a little shredded cheddar over the sausage.

  5. Roll them up
    Starting from the wide end, roll the dough up around the sausage, forming a crescent shape. Place each roll seam-side down on the baking sheet.

  6. Brush and top
    Lightly brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish. Sprinkle with sesame seeds or poppy seeds if you want extra crunch and flavor.

  7. Bake
    Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and flaky.

  8. Cool slightly and serve
    Let the rolls rest for a few minutes, then serve warm with ketchup, mustard, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips for the Best Sausage Crescent Rolls

  • Use pre-cooked sausage to cut prep time and make breakfast even faster.
  • Try different cheeses like mozzarella, pepper jack, or any favorite shredded blend.
  • Make ahead option: assemble the rolls the night before, refrigerate, and bake in the morning for a fresh, hot breakfast.

Enjoy these easy sausage and cheese crescent rolls anytime you need a crowd-pleasing breakfast or brunch bite.