Description

These Savory Sausage and Cream Cheese Crescent Bites are the perfect combination of crispy, creamy, and flavorful. With seasoned sausage, tangy Rotel tomatoes, and smooth cream cheese wrapped in a golden, flaky crescent roll, these bite-sized treats are ideal for parties, breakfast, or an easy snack. Quick to make and even quicker to disappear, they are guaranteed to be a crowd favorite!

Ingredients

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For the filling:

1 pound breakfast sausage
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained

For the crescent rolls:

- 2 cans (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted (optional for brushing)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional for added flavor)

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Instructions

- Cook the Sausage
  - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
- Prepare the Filling
  - Add the softened cream cheese and drained Rotel tomatoes to the cooked sausage. Stir until well combined and creamy.
- Assemble the Crescent Bites
  - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  - Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
  - Place a spoonful of the sausage mixture onto the wider end of each crescent roll triangle.
  - Roll the dough over the filling and tuck the ends to seal.
- Bake Until Golden
  - Place the filled crescent rolls on a lined baking sheet.
  - Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder for extra flavor (optional).
  - Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve and Enjoy
  - Let the bites cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch, honey mustard, or spicy sriracha mayo.

Notes

Drain the Rotel tomatoes well to prevent excess moisture in the filling.
If making ahead, assemble the crescent rolls and store them in the fridge until ready to bake.
For a spicier version, use hot sausage or add red pepper flakes.
These bites can be frozen before baking—just bake straight from the freezer for an extra 5-7 minutes.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge and reheated in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American