Name: Rotel Sausage & Cream Cheese Crescent Bites Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound cooked breakfast sausage; 1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, with juice; 8 ounces softened cream cheese; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 package crescent roll dough (typically 8 oz)

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Introduction

Rotel Sausage & Cream Cheese Crescent Bites are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer perfect for any gathering. With a savory sausage filling wrapped in flaky crescent dough, these bites come together quickly and deliver a delicious blend of creamy, spicy, and cheesy flavors.

The image shows several golden-brown puff pastry rolls with visible layers of flaky dough. Each roll is filled with a mix of cooked ground meat and small bits of white sauce, appearing moist and rich inside. The pastry is shiny on the outside with a slightly crisp texture, and small pieces of chopped green herbs are sprinkled on top. The rolls are stacked closely together on a white marbled surface, highlighting the contrast between the flaky pastry and the filling. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound cooked breakfast sausage
1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, with juice

8 ounces softened cream cheese
1 package crescent roll dough (typically 8 oz)

½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder

¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Brown the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and crumbly. Drain any excess grease and let it cool slightly.
Step 2: In a bowl, combine the cooked sausage, softened cream cheese, and the can of Rotel tomatoes with juice. Add garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 3: Unroll the crescent roll dough on a clean surface and separate it into individual triangles.
Step 4: Place a generous spoonful of the sausage and cream cheese filling at the wide end of each crescent triangle. Roll up each triangle tightly toward the pointed end, sealing the edges gently.
Step 5: Arrange the crescent bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and flaky.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper to the filling.
Use spicy sausage to increase the heat, or substitute with turkey sausage for a leaner option.
Serve with sour cream or salsa for dipping.

Make mini versions by cutting each crescent triangle into smaller pieces and adjusting baking time accordingly.

Storage

Store leftover crescent bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes or until warmed through and crispy again. Avoid microwaving to maintain the flaky texture.

How to Serve

The image shows several golden-brown croissant-like pastries tightly packed together. Each pastry has multiple flaky layers on the outside with a shiny, crisp texture. The pastries are filled with a layer of small ground meat pieces mixed with green herbs, and some white creamy sauce is visible inside the filling. Small bits of green garnish are sprinkled on top of the pastries, adding a touch of color. The whole scene is set against a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare these crescent bites ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the crescent bites and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before baking. Just cover them well to prevent drying out.

Can I freeze these after baking?

Absolutely. Freeze the cooled crescent bites in a sealed container for up to 1 month. Reheat in the oven directly from frozen at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes until heated through.