Transform your ordinary morning routine into something extraordinary with this crowd-pleasing breakfast sausage roll that combines all your favorite breakfast flavors in one convenient, golden package. This hearty creation elevates the classic breakfast sandwich concept by wrapping seasoned sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melted cheese in buttery crescent dough.
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What Makes This Breakfast Roll Special
Unlike traditional breakfast sandwiches that can become soggy or fall apart, this sausage roll maintains its structure while delivering all the beloved breakfast flavors in every bite. The magic happens when the crescent dough bakes around the filling, creating a golden crust that holds everything together while developing incredible flavor. Each slice reveals beautiful layers of seasoned sausage, creamy eggs, and melted cheese, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Here’s a list of what you need:
Protein and Vegetables:
- Ground pork sausage – Jimmy Dean recommended for consistent flavor and quality
- Yellow onion – Adds sweetness and depth to the sausage mixture
- Large eggs – Provide a fluffy texture and bind all ingredients together
Cheese Blend:
- Grated Swiss cheese – Contributes a nutty, mild flavor that complements the sausage
- Grated cheddar cheese – Adds sharp, tangy notes and excellent melting properties
Flavor Enhancers:
- Picante sauce – Provides a spicy kick and moisture to the filling
- Fresh parsley – Adds color and fresh herb brightness
Wrapper and Finish:
- Pillsbury Crescent Dough Sheet – Creates the golden, flaky exterior
- Butter – Brushed on top for beautiful browning and rich flavor
How to Make a Sausage Roll
It’s very easy to make a sausage roll. Here are the recipe steps:
- Brown the sausage and onions, drain off the grease, and return the browned sausage and onions to the pan.
- While the sausage and onions are cooking, mix together eggs, cheeses, and parsley in a small bowl.
- Add this mixture to the drained sausage and stir to combine.
- Quickly cook the sausage, egg, and cheese mixture, as everything needs to be fully cooked before assembling the sausage roll.
- Roll out the crescent dough sheet to a large rectangle that is 1/4-inch thick.
- Spread the sausage mixture on the dough.
- Roll it up like a jelly roll and place the roll on a baking sheet seam-side down. Be sure to seal the dough well.
- Brush melted butter on top.
- Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, and the top should be golden brown when you remove it from the oven.
- Slice the sausage meat roll with a sharp knife before serving.
- Serve with picante sauce if desired.
Substitutions and Variations
There isn’t anything that you can’t stuff inside this roll. Go ahead and try switching out the meat and cheese, or add your favorite vegetables and sauces. It is entirely up to you! Here are a few suggestions:
- Change the type of cheese
- Add some green chilies
- Toss in cooked bacon for extra flavor
- Puff pastry sheets – you can swap out the Crescent roll dough for a package of Pepperidge Farm’s puff pastry
No one says this is strictly for breakfast. Stuffed bread is fantastic any time of the day! Here are three great lunch and dinner combinations that you may want to try:
- Spinach Roll – You don’t have to be Popeye to love a Spinach Roll. Make this Santa Fe Spinach Dip and use it as the filling for the roll.
- Roast Beef Roll – If you are ready for a meaty, cheesy meal, the Roast Beef Roll is perfect. Spread a thin layer of horseradish mayonnaise on the dough, and then layer a pound of thinly sliced roast beef on top. Place a few slices of sliced banana peppers on top (or marinated red peppers if you don’t like things too spicy). Sprinkle with a cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pizza Roll – Move over frozen pizza pockets. You can make your own, and they are so much better. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on the rolled-out dough and sprinkle on a cup of your favorite cheese or cheeses. Add your favorite pizza toppings.
No time for a sit-down meal? Divide the dough into six equal portions and make individual rolls. They make the perfect take-along meal that you can eat on the go!
Storage & Reheating Instructions
- Refrigerator Storage: Wrap cooked sausage roll in parchment paper or plastic wrap and store for up to 48 hours. The flavors improve slightly over time.
- Freezing Uncooked: Place the assembled, unbaked roll on a sheet pan, freeze until solid, then wrap it tightly and freeze for up to 1 month. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5-10 minutes to cooking time.
- Freezing Cooked: Cool completely, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Reheating Method: Wrap in aluminum foil and heat in a 375°F oven for 10-15 minutes until filling is hot throughout. Avoid microwaving as it can make the dough soggy.
Optional Serving Suggestions
I love this for a breakfast entree. It also makes a great addition to appetizers you might serve up at a party. My family has also enjoyed this as a snack during game night.
Favorite Breakfast Recipes
- Bacon Omelette
- Breakfast Baconator
- Breakfast Burger
- Cheese Blintzes
- Chocolate Pancakes
- Eggs in a Basket
- IHOP Pancake Recipe
- McDonald’s Breakfast Burrito
- Red Velvet Pancakes
- Sausage McMuffin
Popular Sausage Recipes
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Breakfast Sausage Roll with Crescent Dough
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup grated Swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons picante sauce
- 2 teaspoons parsley
- 1 package Pillsbury crescent roll dough sheet
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Fry the sausage and onion in a frying pan; drain.
- Add the remaining ingredients (except for the dough and butter), stir, and let cool.
- Roll the crescent roll dough to ¼-inch thick.
- Spread the meat mixture over the dough.
- Roll it up like a jelly roll.
- Transfer the roll to a cookie sheet.
- Brush the top with melted butter.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the sausage roll from the oven.
- Slice it before serving.
I just made the sausage rolls from this recipe, and they turned out absolutely delicious! The flaky pastry paired with the savory filling is a perfect combo. Can’t wait to share them with my friends at our next gathering. Thank you for such an easy and tasty recipe!
when you say dough sheet does that mean regular canned crescent rolls?
Yes, this is what I meant.
I have been using this recipe for years for potlucks and just for our family. It is always a hit 🙂