Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents

Step 2: Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling

1. In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar (if using), garlic powder, and black pepper.
2. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 3: Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.

Step 4: Assemble the Crescents

1. Unroll the crescent dough onto a clean surface and separate it into triangles along the perforated lines.
2. Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture near the wide end of each triangle.
3. Top the cream cheese with a small amount of cooked sausage. Be careful not to overfill.
4. Starting at the wide end, roll the dough toward the narrow tip, encasing the filling inside.
5. Gently curve the rolled triangles into crescent shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5: Bake to Perfection

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the crescents are golden brown and the cheese is melted inside.
2. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes.

Step 6: Serve and Enjoy

• Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the warm crescents for a pop of color and flavor.
• Serve as a breakfast treat, snack, or appetizer at parties. These crescents are best enjoyed warm but can also be reheated.

Tips for Best Results

• Don’t overfill the crescents, or they might leak during baking.
• Softened cream cheese is key; cold cream cheese is hard to spread and can tear the dough.
• You can add other fillings like cooked bacon, green onions, or jalapeños for extra flavor.
• These crescents can be made ahead and baked just before serving.

Final Note:
Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents are a perfect combination of flaky pastry, creamy cheese, and savory sausage. They are quick to make, visually appealing, and absolutely delicious. Whether for breakfast, brunch, or a snack, this recipe is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

If you want, I can also make a shorter, easy-to-follow version in a table format for faster cooking reference. It’s perfect for keeping in the kitchen while you bake.

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