Easy Made Sausage, Rotel & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls – Buttery, Cheesy

Sausage, Rotel & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.9 from party hosts and comfort food lovers)
Buttery and Flaky | Cheesy Filling | Family-Approved
Sausage, Rotel & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls are the perfect bite-sized appetizer or easy snack. Savory sausage is combined with creamy cheese and tangy Rotel tomatoes, then wrapped in flaky crescent dough and baked until golden. These are ideal for breakfast spreads, parties, or quick weeknight treats.

Why You’ll Love These Sausage, Rotel & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 12–15 minutes
Serves: 8–10 rolls
Budget-Friendly
Texture: Flaky on the outside, creamy and savory inside
Perfect For: Appetizers, breakfast, and casual gatherings

Sausage, Rotel & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls Ingredients – Simple and Satisfying

• 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 1 lb breakfast sausage
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp black pepper

How to Make Sausage, Rotel & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls – Step by Step

Step 1: Cook the Sausage

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease.

Step 2: Make the Filling

Reduce heat to low and stir cream cheese, drained Rotel, garlic powder, and black pepper into the sausage. Mix until smooth and well combined. Remove from heat.

Step 3: Fill the Crescent Rolls

Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles. Spoon sausage mixture onto the wide end of each triangle and roll up tightly.

Step 4: Bake

Place rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 5: Serve

Allow to cool slightly and serve warm.

Tips and Variations

• Use spicy sausage for extra heat
• Add shredded cheddar to the filling for more cheesiness
• Serve with ranch or honey mustard for dipping
• Assemble ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake

What Everyone’s Saying About These Crescent Rolls

“Gone in minutes every time I make them.” – Amanda L.
“Perfect balance of creamy and savory.” – Brian T.
“So easy and incredibly delicious.” – Rachel M.

🥐 Sausage, Rotel & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls – Cheesy, Savory, and Irresistible

These Sausage, Rotel & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls are buttery, flaky, and stuffed with a creamy, savory filling that’s packed with flavor. Perfect for holiday breakfasts, brunch spreads, game-day snacks, or easy appetizers, they come together fast and disappear even faster.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 8

Course: Appetizer, Appetizer or Snack, Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 240

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 1 lb breakfast sausage mild or spicy
• 8 oz cream cheese softened
• 1 can 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes & green chilies, well drained
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese optional, for extra cheesiness

Equipment

• Skillet
• Mixing spoon
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
3. Reduce heat to low and stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
4. Fold in drained Rotel and shredded cheddar (if using). Remove from heat.
5. Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles.
6. Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of filling onto the wide end of each triangle.
7. Roll up crescents and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
8. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown.
9. Serve warm.

Notes

Drain Rotel very well to prevent soggy crescents.

Use spicy sausage for extra heat or mild for a family-friendly version.

Add chopped green onions to the filling for extra flavor.

Leftovers reheat well in the oven or air fryer.

FAQ – Sausage, Rotel & Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls

Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble the rolls and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
Can I freeze them?
Yes. Freeze unbaked rolls and bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
Can I use puff pastry instead of crescent dough?
Yes. Puff pastry works well but may need a slightly longer bake time.
Are these spicy?
They are mildly spicy from the Rotel; adjust heat by using mild or hot sausage.

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