Description
Flaky crescent rolls, creamy cream cheese, and savory sausage come together to create the ultimate comfort dish. This Savory Sausage & Cream Cheese Crescent Bake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any time you’re craving something indulgent. With its quick prep and customizable flavors, this dish is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground sausage (any variety)
- 1 package (8 oz cream cheese, softened)
- 2 cans (8 oz each refrigerated crescent roll dough)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Combine Cream Cheese and Seasonings: Reduce the heat and stir in the softened cream cheese until melted and combined with the sausage. Add garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Prepare Crescent Roll Base: Open one can of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the baking dish, sealing any perforations.
- Layer Sausage Mixture: Evenly spread the sausage and cream cheese mixture over the crescent roll layer. If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Add Top Crescent Layer: Open the second can of crescent roll dough and carefully lay it over the sausage mixture, sealing any gaps.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the top layer is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bake to cool slightly, then cut into squares. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Customize Your Bake: Add diced vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach to the sausage mixture for extra flavor and nutrients.
- Cheese Options: Substitute cheddar with mozzarella, pepper jack, or your favorite cheese for a unique twist.
- Make Ahead: Assemble the bake and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Bake fresh when ready to serve.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American