Step 1: Cook the Sausage
- In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until it is browned and crumbled. Stir occasionally to break the sausage into small pieces.
- Once the sausage is fully cooked, drain any excess grease and remove the skillet from the heat. Let the sausage cool slightly.
Step 2: Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture
- In a medium-sized bowl, soften the cream cheese by stirring it until smooth.
- Add the cooked sausage to the cream cheese and mix well until fully combined. If you want a little extra flavor, stir in the garlic powder and black pepper. The mixture should be thick but spreadable.
Step 3: Roll Out the Crescent Dough
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
- Separate the dough into individual triangles, following the perforations.
Step 4: Assemble the Crescents
- Spoon a generous amount of the sausage and cream cheese mixture onto the wide end of each crescent roll triangle.
- Roll each triangle up from the wide end to the narrow tip, ensuring the filling stays inside as much as possible. If you have extra filling, you can use it to top the crescents after they are rolled.
- Place the rolled crescents on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
Step 5: Bake the Crescents
- Bake the sausage cream cheese crescents in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
- If desired, you can brush the tops with a little melted butter for extra flavor and shine.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Remove the crescents from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or chives if desired for a touch of color.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or snack. These are perfect for dipping into a side of ranch dressing, hot sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips for Success:
- Flavor Variations: If you want to change up the flavor, add a little shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) to the cream cheese mixture for a cheesy twist.
- Make-Ahead: You can prepare the sausage and cream cheese mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge. When you’re ready to bake, simply assemble the crescents and bake as usual.
- Spicy Option: Use hot sausage or add a pinch of red pepper flakes to give these a spicy kick.
- Mini Crescents: If you’re serving a crowd, you can cut the crescent dough into smaller triangles for bite-sized appetizers.
Why You’ll Love These Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents:
These Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents are the ultimate crowd-pleaser—flaky, creamy, and savory, all in one bite. The sausage adds just the right amount of richness, while the cream cheese creates a smooth, velvety texture. The crescent dough gives a perfect golden crust, making these little pockets of flavor completely irresistible. Whether you’re hosting a party, attending a potluck, or simply craving a savory snack, these crescent rolls will always disappear quickly!