Description
Sausage and Cream Cheese Crescents deliver a delightful blend of savory sausage and creamy cheese nestled in flaky pastry. Homemade comfort awaits with this simple yet irresistible appetizer that promises to become a crowd-pleasing favorite at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Dairy:
- 1 pound (453 grams) ground sausage (breakfast or Italian)
- 8 ounces (227 grams) cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup (113 grams) shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Pastry Base:
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent rolls (each can has 8 crescents)
Seasoning:
- 1 pinch pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and thoroughly cook the sausage, crumbling it into fine, uniform pieces. Drain excess grease completely and transfer the cooked meat to a clean mixing bowl.
- Blend the warm sausage with softened cream cheese until achieving a uniform, creamy texture. Incorporate shredded cheese and freshly ground black pepper, mixing until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease the surface to prevent sticking. Carefully unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into individual triangular sections.
- Measure approximately 1 to of the sausage and cream cheese mixture, placing it precisely in the center of each dough triangle. Gently roll the dough from the wider end toward the pointed tip, carefully folding and tucking the sides to securely encase the filling.
- Position the rolled crescents with the seam facing downward on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are evenly spaced to allow proper heat circulation during baking.
- Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, watching for a golden-brown coloration and slightly puffy appearance that indicates complete cooking.
- Remove from the oven and let the crescents rest for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing the filling to stabilize and preventing potential burns when serving.
Notes
- Gather all ingredients beforehand to streamline the cooking process and minimize kitchen chaos.
- Drain sausage thoroughly to prevent soggy crescents and ensure a crisp, golden exterior.
- Mix cream cheese and sausage when both are slightly warm for easier blending and smoother texture.
- Roll crescents gently but firmly to keep filling tucked inside and prevent leaks during baking.
- Allow crescents to cool for a few minutes to let filling set and prevent burning your mouth.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for quick reheating later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 295 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 55mg