Sausage and Cream Cheese Crescent Roll Bake

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This Sausage and Cream Cheese Crescent Roll Bake is a rich, cheesy, and satisfying casserole with flaky crescent rolls, savory sausage, and a creamy filling. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an easy weeknight dinner.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 (8 oz / 225 g) cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 1 lb (450 g) breakfast sausage (pork, turkey, or chicken)
• 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 large egg, beaten (for brushing the top, optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the sausage.
   • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles.
   • Drain any excess grease and let cool slightly.
3. Prepare the filling.
   • In a large bowl, combine the cooked sausage, cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
   • Mix until well combined.
4. Create the bottom crust.
   • Unroll one can of crescent dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
   • Pinch the seams together to seal.
5. Add the filling.
   • Spread the sausage mixture evenly over the dough.
6. Top with the second layer.
   • Unroll the second can of crescent dough and carefully place it over the filling.
   • Pinch the seams closed.
   • Brush with the beaten egg for a shiny, golden crust, if desired.
7. Bake.
   • Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is deep golden brown and cooked through.
8. Rest and serve.
   • Let the bake rest for 10 minutes before slicing into squares.

Optional Add-Ins

• ½ cup cooked, crumbled bacon
• 1 cup sautéed mushrooms
• ½ cup diced bell peppers
• 1 diced jalapeño
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Everything bagel seasoning sprinkled on top before baking

Storage

• Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
• Reheat: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes or microwave until warmed through.

Serving Suggestions

• Scrambled or fried eggs
• Fresh fruit salad
• Hash browns or roasted breakfast potatoes
• Mixed green salad
• Tomato soup for lunch or dinner

Tips

• Soften the cream cheese before mixing for a smoother filling.
• Let the cooked sausage cool for a few minutes before combining it with the cream cheese to prevent it from becoming too runny.
• For extra flavor, use hot breakfast sausage or add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
• Be sure to pinch the crescent dough seams together well to create an even top and bottom crust.

This flaky, cheesy bake is comforting, easy to prepare, and ideal for feeding a crowd at breakfast, brunch, potlucks, or family gatherings.