Description
Experience the perfect blend of flavors with these Savory Sausage & Cheese Crescent Rolls, featuring a delightful twist that includes a touch of spiciness from Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies. This recipe transforms the classic crescent roll into a tantalizing appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering or a cozy evening at home. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, these crescent rolls are sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 10 oz. can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, thoroughly drained
- 2 cans (8 oz. each) of refrigerated crescent rolls
Step-by-step Directions
1. Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375ºF to ensure the crescent rolls will bake evenly and become perfectly golden brown.
2. Mix the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage with the softened cream cheese and the thoroughly drained Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies. Stir the mixture until everything is evenly combined.
3. Prepare the Crescent Rolls
Carefully unroll the crescent roll dough from the cans. Slice each triangle in half lengthwise to create two narrower triangles, preparing them to be filled.
4. Fill the Crescents
Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, dollop the sausage mixture onto the wider end of each triangle. Carefully roll the dough towards the pointed tip, making sure to enclose the filling securely within.
5. Bake
Arrange the filled crescents on a baking sheet, spacing them out evenly to ensure they cook thoroughly. Place into the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the crescents are puffed up and golden brown. Once done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Servings & Preparation Time
This recipe makes about 32 mini crescent rolls. The total preparation time, including cooking, is approximately 45 minutes.
Tips for Storage & Reheating
- Storage: Store any leftover crescent rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat the crescents in a 350ºF oven for about 5-7 minutes or until they are heated through and slightly crispy. Avoid using a microwave, as it can make the pastry soggy.
Conclusion
These Savory Sausage & Cheese Crescent Rolls with a Twist are not only a breeze to prepare but also bring a burst of flavors that makes them a perfect choice for any event. Whether it’s a party platter necessity or a comforting snack for a relaxing night, these crescent rolls satisfy cravings with every bite. Try this recipe out, and watch these delicious bites become the highlight of your culinary creations.
Print
Savory Sausage & Cheese Crescent Rolls with a Twist
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: about 32 mini crescent rolls 1x
Description
Experience the perfect blend of flavors with these Savory Sausage & Cheese Crescent Rolls, featuring a delightful twist that includes a touch of spiciness from Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies. This recipe transforms the classic crescent roll into a tantalizing appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering or a cozy evening at home. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, these crescent rolls are sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 10 oz. can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, thoroughly drained
- 2 cans (8 oz. each) of refrigerated crescent rolls
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375ºF to ensure the crescent rolls will bake evenly and become perfectly golden brown.
- Mix the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage with the softened cream cheese and the thoroughly drained Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies. Stir the mixture until everything is evenly combined.
- Prepare the Crescent Rolls: Carefully unroll the crescent roll dough from the cans. Slice each triangle in half lengthwise to create two narrower triangles, preparing them to be filled.
- Fill the Crescents: Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, dollop the sausage mixture onto the wider end of each triangle. Carefully roll the dough towards the pointed tip, making sure to enclose the filling securely within.
- Bake: Arrange the filled crescents on a baking sheet, spacing them out evenly to ensure they cook thoroughly. Place into the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the crescents are puffed up and golden brown. Once done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.