Description
Beef Sausage & Cream Cheese Crescents are a simple yet flavorful snack or appetizer. This recipe uses beef sausage instead of pork, paired with creamy cheese and flaky crescent roll dough. Perfect for parties, breakfasts, or casual dinners, these crescents are customizable and crowd-pleasing. Learn how to make this versatile dish today!
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef sausage
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 2 (8-ounce) cans crescent roll dough
- Optional: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: ½ cup diced bell peppers or onions
- Optional: Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for garnish
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash, optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Beef Sausage
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes.
- Drain excess fat and set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef sausage with softened cream cheese. Stir until smooth.
- If desired, mix in shredded cheddar cheese, diced vegetables, or fresh herbs for extra flavor.
- Assemble the Crescents
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles along the perforations.
- Place 1-2 tablespoons of the sausage mixture at the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll up the triangles, starting from the wide end and tucking the tip underneath to secure the filling.
- Bake the Crescents
- Place the crescents on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced evenly apart.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden, glossy finish (optional).
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve
- Remove the crescents from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired, and serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) to maintain crispness.
- Freezing: Assemble the crescents and freeze unbaked for up to a month. Bake directly from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
- Customization: Try different fillings like ham and cheese, spinach and feta, or spicy sausage for variety.
- Prevent Leaks: Seal edges tightly and avoid overfilling each crescent.