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Sausage Pinwheels

Sausage Pinwheels are quick and easy to make snacks that are perfect for parties, lunches, or just a tasty treat. They feature a delightful mixture of cooked sausage, cheeses, and spices wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1 pound cooked sausage Use well-drained cooked sausage.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) Cheddar or mozzarella can be used.
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened Soften cream cheese for easy mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the dough
  • 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together the cooked sausage, cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and lay it out flat on a sheet of parchment paper.
  4. Spread the sausage mixture evenly over the dough.
  5. Roll the dough tightly into a log.
  6. Slice the log into 1-inch pinwheels.
  7. Place the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the pinwheels are golden brown.
Serving
  1. Serve warm from the oven. They go well with ketchup, ranch, or a simple marinara.
  2. Put them on a platter for parties or pack them in a lunch box once cooled.
Storage
  1. Cool completely before storing.
  2. Put leftovers in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge up to 3 days.
  3. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-8 minutes to keep them crisp.
Tips
  1. Use well-drained cooked sausage so the filling is not too wet.
  2. Soften the cream cheese first for easier mixing.
  3. Roll tight to prevent gaps. Chill the log for 10 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.
  4. Cut with a sharp knife and wipe it between cuts.
Variations
  1. Use cooked bacon instead of sausage or add chopped spinach or bell pepper for more vegetables.
  2. Swap cheddar for mozzarella or pepper jack for a spicy twist. Try a drizzle of barbecue sauce inside for extra flavor.

Notes

For a full meal, serve with a warm soup such as Italian sausage white bean soup.