Rotel Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls
These cheesy and spicy crescent rolls are an addictive appetizer perfect for any gathering. Easy to make and always a hit!
Ingredients
For the filling
- 1 pound breakfast sausage Spicy sausage can be used for extra heat.
- 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies Drained lightly to avoid sogginess.
- 8 ounces cream cheese Use full-fat block style for smoother melting.
For assembly
- 2 cans crescent roll dough Regular tubes are best.
- optional shredded cheddar For added creaminess.
- optional green onions Chopped, can be added for flavor.
- optional garlic powder A pinch can enhance flavor.
- optional smoked paprika A tiny pinch for smokiness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up into small crumbles as it cooks.
- Drain off extra grease, leaving a tiny bit for flavor.
- Add the Rotel to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds.
- Turn the heat to low and add the cream cheese in chunks. Stir until fully melted and the mixture is creamy and thick.
- Let the filling cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate into triangles.
- Spoon a small amount of filling onto the wide end of each triangle. Do not overfill.
- Roll up each triangle towards the point and place seam side down on the baking sheet.
Baking
- Bake for 10 to 13 minutes, until the tops are golden and bottoms are cooked through.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra shine, brush the tops lightly with melted butter after baking. Can prepare filling up to 2 days in advance.