Sometimes, the best breakfast is one you can grab and go. This recipe for Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Roll-Upsis a delicious and easy solution for a busy morning. It’s a fun and hearty breakfast that combines flaky crescent roll dough with a savory filling of scrambled eggs, breakfast sausage, and melted cheddar cheese. These roll-ups are warm, cheesy, and satisfying, and they’re guaranteed to become a family favorite.
Why I love This Recipe
I’m a huge fan of recipes that are both simple to make and delicious to eat, and this one has it all. What I love most is the convenience of it. It takes a handful of simple ingredients and turns them into a warm, portable breakfast that’s perfect for a weekday morning. The flaky crescent roll dough is the perfect vessel for the savory filling, and the melted cheddar cheese and fluffy scrambled eggs make every bite an absolute delight. It’s a great way to start the day with a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 4 cooked breakfast sausages
- 2 scrambled eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: chopped chives or hot sauce for serving
Swaps and Notes
- Crescent Roll Dough: The recipe calls for crescent roll dough, which is perfect for its flaky texture and ease of use. You can also use canned biscuit dough, which would give you a slightly different, more bread-like texture.
- Sausage: This recipe is great with breakfast sausages, but you can also use crumbled cooked bacon, diced ham, or even some leftover ground sausage.
- Cheese: Shredded cheddar cheese is a perfect choice, but you can also use other cheeses like mozzarella, a Mexican blend, or a spicy pepper jack.
- Eggs: The recipe calls for scrambled eggs, but you can also use a fried egg, or even a frittata-style mixture.
- Optional Toppings: Chopped chives add a fresh, onion-like flavor, while hot sauce adds a spicy kick that is a perfect complement to the savory filling.
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Cook the breakfast sausages according to the package directions. While the sausages are cooking, scramble two eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. Set both the sausages and the eggs aside.
- Assemble the Roll-Ups: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into four triangles. Place a spoonful of the scrambled eggs, one cooked sausage, and a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese on the wide end of each triangle. Roll the dough up from the wide end to the narrow end.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the roll-ups on a baking sheet and bake for 12−15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove the roll-ups from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped chives or serve with a side of hot sauce if desired.
Tips for Success
- Use Cooked Ingredients: Make sure all your ingredients—the sausage and the eggs—are cooked before you assemble the roll-ups. The dough cooks quickly, and the fillings will not have time to cook through.
- Don’t Overfill: Be careful not to overfill the roll-ups, as this will make them difficult to roll and they may burst during baking.
- Pinch to Seal: When you are rolling the dough, make sure you pinch the ends and the seams tightly to seal in the filling.
- Golden Brown: The roll-ups are done when they are a beautiful golden brown color. You can check the bottom to make sure it is also cooked through.
Serving Suggestions and Pairings
These roll-ups are a great breakfast on their own. They are also perfect for a party or a family brunch. You can serve them with a side of fruit salad or some simple roasted potatoes.
For a drink pairing, a hot cup of coffee or a glass of orange juice would be a perfect complement.
Nutritional Information
(Please note that this is an estimate and will vary based on specific brands and portion sizes)
This is a hearty, satisfying meal. It’s a good source of protein from the sausage and eggs, and provides carbohydrates from the crescent roll dough. While it can be high in fat and calories, it’s a wonderfully delicious meal that is perfect for a weekend treat.
Storage and Leftover Tips
Leftovers of these roll-ups are fantastic! Store any remaining portions in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, you can place a serving in a microwave-safe dish and warm it up, or for a better texture, you can place them in a toaster oven or air fryer to bring back some of that crispy crust.
Final Thoughts
This Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Roll-Ups recipe is a timeless classic for a reason. It’s a comforting, delicious, and easy meal that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of a flaky crust and a savory, cheesy filling is simply irresistible. I hope you enjoy this effortless and delicious meal as much as I do!
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