Sausage Crescents
Sausage Crescents are savory bites featuring tender sausage links wrapped in flaky crescent dough, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or appetizers, offering a delightful combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 12 oz. pkg. Little Sizzlers pork sausage links
- 12 oz. pkg. refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup honey mustard (optional) ⓘ
Instructions
- Cook sausage links according to package directions; drain well.
- Cool the cooked sausage links.
- Heat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Separate the crescent roll dough into triangles.
- Place one sausage link at the wide end of each triangle and roll up.
- Place the rolled crescents on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 11 to 13 minutes or until the crescents are golden brown.
- Serve, if desired, with honey mustard for dipping.
Tips & Substitutions
For a variation, try using turkey sausage or chicken sausage for a leaner option. If you don't have honey mustard, any mustard or even barbecue sauce can add a nice kick. To speed up prep, you can use pre-cooked sausage links. Be sure to drain the sausage well to avoid soggy crescents.
Serving Suggestions
These sausage crescents are perfect for breakfast or as a fun appetizer for gatherings. They pair beautifully with honey mustard for dipping, but you could also serve them with a side of fruit salad or a fresh green salad. For a heartier meal, serve alongside Winter Day Potato Soup.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them on a baking sheet in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes until warmed through and crisp again. Avoid microwaving as it can make the crescents chewy.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Sausage Crescents contains roughly 23 calories, with 0g protein and 6g carbohydrates.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these sausage crescents ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the crescents and store them in the refrigerator before baking. Simply roll them up and place them on the baking sheet, then cover with plastic wrap. Bake them just before serving for the best texture.
What can I substitute for crescent roll dough?
If you don't have crescent roll dough, you can use puff pastry or biscuit dough as alternatives. Just keep in mind that the baking times may vary slightly, so check for doneness accordingly.
How can I make these sausage crescents spicier?
To add some heat, consider using spicy sausage links or adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the crescent roll dough before rolling. You could also serve them with a spicy dipping sauce for an extra kick.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).