Description
Savory sausage cream cheese pinwheels baked golden and flaky. Simple make ahead appetizer perfect for parties and casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 half teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 half teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F.
- Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, breaking it up, until browned and fully cooked.
- Drain excess fat and cool the sausage for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl mix sausage, cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Unroll crescent dough and press seams together to form two rectangles.
- Spread the filling evenly over each rectangle, leaving a small border.
- Roll each rectangle tightly into a log from the long side.
- Slice each log into 8 even pieces and place cut side down on the baking sheet.
- Lightly brush tops with olive oil.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden brown and baked through.
Notes
- Ground sausage must reach an internal temperature of 160°F before assembling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American