Description
Sausage Pinwheels are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines a flaky crescent roll crust with a savory filling of pork sausage and creamy cheese. Perfect for any occasion, from game days to holiday gatherings, this recipe is quick and easy, taking just 30 minutes to prepare. The delightful contrast of warm, cheesy goodness wrapped in buttery pastry makes these pinwheels irresistible. They can be customized with your favorite herbs or spices, making them versatile enough to suit any palate. Whether served as finger food at parties or as a comforting snack at home, Sausage Pinwheels are sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your appetizer repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound bulk pork sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 (8-ounce) packages refrigerated crescent rolls
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- Lay a sheet of wax paper on a surface and spray lightly with cooking spray. Unroll one package of crescent rolls onto it, sealing perforations to form a sheet.
- Spread half of the cream cheese over the dough, leaving a border.
- Sprinkle half of the cooked sausage and half of the cheddar on top.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log using the wax paper for assistance. Wrap in plastic wrap.
- Repeat with remaining ingredients for a second log.
- Refrigerate logs for at least 1 hour until firm.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Unwrap logs and slice into 1/2-inch thick pinwheels.
- Arrange on a baking sheet with space between each pinwheel, then bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pinwheels (35g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg