Sausage Snacks
Sausage Snacks are delicious, bite-sized appetizers featuring smoky sausage links wrapped in flaky crescent dough. Perfect for parties, game days, or quick snacks, they offer savory flavors and crisp textures that appeal to all ages, especially when served warm with ketchup or mustard.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Separate the crescent dough into 8 triangles.
- Cut each triangle lengthwise into thirds.
- Place a sausage link on the shortest side of each triangle.
- Roll up the dough starting at the shortest side and rolling to the opposite point.
- Place the wrapped sausages on ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake at 375°F for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with ketchup or mustard.
Tips & Substitutions
For an extra kick, consider adding some shredded cheese or a sprinkle of your favorite herbs, like Italian seasoning, to the crescent rolls before wrapping the sausages. You can also use other types of sausage links, such as chicken or turkey, as a lower-fat alternative. Be sure to watch closely while baking, as oven temperatures can vary.
Serving Suggestions
These sausage snacks are perfect for parties or game day. Serve them with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ketchup, mustard, or barbecue sauce. For a complete meal, pair them with a fresh salad or some roasted vegetables. They also make a great appetizer alongside dishes like Broiled Quail.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover sausage snacks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes, or until heated through. This helps to maintain the crispiness of the crescent dough.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Sausage Snacks contains roughly 197 calories, with 6g protein, 30g carbohydrates, and 6g fat. It is a good source of protein (13% of the Daily Value) and iron (12% of the Daily Value).
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 snacks ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the wrapped sausages in advance and refrigerate them until you're ready to bake. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if they are chilled. This makes them a convenient option for entertaining.
What can I use instead of crescent rolls?
If you don't have crescent rolls, you can use puff pastry or biscuit dough as a substitute. Puff pastry will give a flakier texture, while biscuit dough will result in a heartier snack. Adjust baking time as necessary.
Can these snacks be frozen?
Yes, you can freeze the unbaked sausage snacks. Arrange them on a baking sheet to freeze individually, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
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).