Description
Sausage pinwheels are a delightful, savory appetizer that combines the rich flavors of seasoned sausage and creamy cheese, all wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any gathering—whether you’re hosting a casual get-together, celebrating game day, or simply craving a tasty snack. With only four simple ingredients and minimal prep time, these bite-sized treats are sure to impress your guests. They bake to golden perfection, offering a satisfying crunch with each bite. Ideal for dipping or serving on their own, sausage pinwheels are a crowd-pleaser that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound bulk pork sausage
- 2 (8-ounce) packages refrigerated crescent rolls
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bulk pork sausage until browned and crumbly (about 10 minutes). Drain excess grease and let cool.
- Lay out wax paper and spray lightly with cooking spray. Unroll one package of crescent rolls onto the paper and pinch perforations together to create a seamless sheet.
- Spread half of the softened cream cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- Sprinkle half of the cooked sausage and half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the cream cheese layer.
- Using wax paper as assistance, roll the dough lengthwise into a tight log and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
- Repeat steps 2 through 5 with the second package of crescent rolls.
- Chill both logs in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or until firm.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Unwrap logs and slice each into 1/2-inch-thick pinwheels.
- Arrange pinwheels on a baking sheet with space between each piece and bake for about 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg