Breakfast Sausage Crescent Rolls

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Start your day with these delightful Breakfast Sausage Crescent Rolls! Originating from classic American breakfast staples, this recipe combines the savory goodness of sausage with the buttery flakiness of crescent rolls. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a brunch gathering, these rolls are rich in protein, thanks to the sausage and cheese, giving you the energy to power through your morning. 🍳✨

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

For the Crescent Rolls:

  • 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough 🥐
  • 8 breakfast sausage links, fully cooked 🍖
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀

Optional Toppings:

  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash) 🥚
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds or poppy seeds (for garnish) 🥔

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. 🔥
  2. Prepare the Dough:
    Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 8 triangles along the perforations. 🍕
  3. Add the Filling:
    Sprinkle a small amount of shredded cheddar cheese onto the wide end of each triangle. Place a sausage link on top of the cheese. 🍖🧀
  4. Roll the Crescent Rolls:
    Starting from the wide end, roll up each triangle over the sausage and cheese, tucking in the ends gently. 🔧
  5. Optional Toppings:
    Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish, and sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired. 🥚✨
  6. Bake:
    Arrange the rolls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. 🏊🌞

Serving & Presentation

Arrange the crescent rolls on a serving platter with a garnish of fresh parsley for a pop of color. Pair them with a small bowl of ketchup or mustard for dipping. These rolls are best enjoyed warm! 🌟

Chef’s Tip 🎡:

For an extra flavor twist, try adding a smear of cream cheese or a pinch of herbs like thyme or rosemary inside the crescent rolls before rolling them up. 🌿

Chef’s Recommendation 🍔:

Serve these rolls alongside a fresh fruit salad or scrambled eggs for a complete breakfast spread.

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