Sausage and Cheese Circles
Perfect for parties, game day, or a cozy family snack, these Sausage and Cheese Circles are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Flaky layers of crescent roll dough are filled with a savory blend of browned breakfast sausage, creamy cream cheese, and melty shredded cheddar, then rolled into bite-sized spirals and baked to golden perfection. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy appetizer is as quick as it is delicious! A glossy egg wash gives these savory pastries a beautiful finish, making them a standout addition to any appetizer spread. Serve them warm and watch them disappear—you’ll love how effortlessly these little bites bring big flavor to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage until browned, breaking it into crumbles with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well until fully combined.
Lightly flour your work surface. Open the crescent roll dough and separate it into rectangular sheets, pressing the perforations together to seal and form a solid sheet.
Spread the sausage and cheese mixture evenly across each dough sheet, leaving a ½-inch border along the edges.
Starting with the longer edge of each dough sheet, roll it tightly into a log. Pinch the seam to seal, then repeat with the second sheet of dough.
Using a sharp knife, slice each log into 12 equal pieces (roughly ¾-inch thick) to create your 'circles'.
Place the circles cut-side up onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them to expand.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the tops of the circles with the egg wash for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your warm Sausage and Cheese Circles as a delightful snack or appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4517 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 338.2 g | 434% | |
| Saturated Fat | 152.1 g | 760% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 848 mg | 283% | |
| Sodium | 9079 mg | 395% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.0 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.1 g | ||
| Protein | 130.4 g | 261% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1136 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1023 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
