Description
Savor the delight of these irresistibly cheesy Sausage Pinwheels, a perfect appetizer that will steal the show at your next gathering. With just four simple ingredients, you can create a savory snack that is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. The combination of flavorful sausage and creamy cheese wrapped in a flaky crescent roll crust makes for a deliciously indulgent treat. Ideal for parties, game days, or cozy family get-togethers, these pinwheels are sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound bulk pork sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 (8-ounce) packages refrigerated crescent rolls
Instructions
- Cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly (about 10 minutes). Drain excess grease and cool.
- Roll out one package of crescent rolls on wax paper and pinch seams together to form a sheet.
- Spread half of the cream cheese over the dough, then layer with half of the cooled sausage and shredded cheddar.
- Roll tightly into a log using the wax paper for assistance; wrap in plastic wrap.
- Repeat with remaining ingredients to form a second log.
- Chill both logs in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until firm.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Slice each log into 1/2-inch pinwheels.
- Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel (28g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg