Our Rotel Sausage & Cream Cheese Crescents are a flavorful, easy-to-make appetizer or breakfast bite. Crescent roll dough is filled with a creamy blend of softened cream cheese, cooked breakfast sausage and well-drained Rotel diced tomatoes with green chiles for a savory, slightly spicy finish. These crescent bites are perfect for potlucks, game day, holiday brunches, or simple weeknight gatherings.
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- Breakfast Sausage and Cream Cheese Stuffed Crescent Rolls
- Serving Suggestions for Rotel Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents
- Get the Printable recipe for Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents
Breakfast Sausage and Cream Cheese Stuffed Crescent Rolls
If you want a simple recipe that consistently gets rave reviews, these Rotel Sausage & Cream Cheese Crescents are a go-to. The combination of warm, savory sausage and smooth cream cheese is brightened by the tomatoes and green chiles in Rotel, creating an irresistible Tex‑Mex twist on classic crescent bites.
This recipe uses just a few pantry staples, takes around 30 minutes from start to finish, and yields a crowd-sized batch of bite-sized crescents. They work well for brunch spreads, appetizer trays, or as a savory snack at gatherings. The small triangles of crescent dough are ideal for creating uniform, handheld morsels that stay warm and crisp after baking.
Serving Suggestions for Rotel Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents
These crescent bites are versatile and pair well with a variety of condiments and sides. Try serving them with:
- Spicy mustard, honey mustard, or a chipotle mayo for dipping.
- Cranberry or apple chutney for a sweeter contrast at holiday gatherings.
- A sprinkle of fresh chopped herbs—cilantro, chives or parsley—right after baking for brightness and color.
- Cut into halves or thirds to serve as bite-sized finger foods for cocktail parties and buffets.
They can be made ahead and reheated briefly in the oven to regain crispness. For transport, cool completely and store in an airtight container; reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through to preserve texture.
Get the Printable recipe for Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents
Rotel Sausage & Cream Cheese Crescents
A quick and crowd-pleasing recipe that blends cream cheese, cooked breakfast sausage and Rotel tomatoes with green chiles inside crescent dough. Perfect for breakfast, appetizers and potlucks.
Course: Breakfast / Appetizer
Cuisine: American / Tex-Mex
Servings: 32 crescent bites
Calories: 111 kcal per serving
Author: Jennifer
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 30 mins
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 pound breakfast sausage, cooked and drained
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chiles, well drained
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough (8-count each)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, drained Rotel tomatoes and cooked sausage until evenly mixed.
- Unroll crescent roll triangles and cut each triangle in half lengthwise to form two narrow triangles.
- Place a small scoop of the sausage mixture on the wide end of each dough strip, then roll toward the tip to form crescents.
- Arrange the filled crescents on the prepared baking sheets and bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Serving: 1 crescent bite | Calories: 111 kcal | Carbohydrates: 5 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 8 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4 g | Cholesterol: 20 mg | Sodium: 226 mg | Sugar: 1 g
Tips and Variations
- Use turkey sausage or a vegetarian sausage alternative to reduce fat or accommodate dietary needs.
- For extra cheesiness, add a small amount of shredded cheddar inside each crescent before rolling.
- To make bite-sized pinwheels, spread the filling on uncut crescent dough, roll into a log, chill briefly, then slice and bake.
- If you prefer milder flavor, substitute plain diced tomatoes for the Rotel.
Make-Ahead and Storage
Prepare and assemble crescents, then refrigerate uncovered for up to 24 hours before baking. Once baked, cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for best texture.
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