Description
Savor the delightful taste of Sausage Pinwheels, a fantastic appetizer that is sure to impress your guests at any gathering. These bite-sized treats are incredibly easy to make, requiring just four simple ingredients: savory sausage, creamy cheese, flaky crescent roll dough, and fresh parsley for garnish. With a prep time of only 15 minutes and a bake time of about 15 minutes, you can whip up these delicious bites quickly, making them perfect for parties, game days, or family dinners. Their versatility allows for customization with your favorite spices or vegetables, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether served alongside dips or as part of a vibrant appetizer platter, these Sausage Pinwheels will be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound bulk pork sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 (8-ounce) packages refrigerated crescent rolls
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly; drain excess grease.
- Spread cream cheese on unrolled crescent roll dough on wax paper. Add cooked sausage and cheddar cheese.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log using wax paper for assistance; wrap in plastic wrap.
- Chill logs for at least one hour before slicing into pinwheels.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place pinwheels on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel (28g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg