Rise and shine to the delightful aroma of freshly baked breakfast crescent rolls!
Made with browned breakfast sausage, scrambled eggs and cheddar cheese, this easy recipe is perfect for busy weekday mornings or a leisurely weekend brunch with family.
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Try making these mouthwatering breakfast crescent rolls filled with browned breakfast sausage, scrambled eggs, and gooey cheddar cheese this week.
These flaky and savory treats are sure to be a hit at the breakfast table on school mornings or you can easily pack them for an on-the-go quick breakfast!
They would even be great as "breakfast for dinner" option to add to your weekly meal plan!
You can easily swap out the breakfast sausage with cooked bacon like I do with my Bacon Crescent Rolls Recipe.
Looking for more Breakfast Ideas? Try my Crescent Cream Cheese Cinnamon Rolls, Canned Biscuits with Sausage & Eggs and even my Scrambled Egg Muffins. Yum!
Table of Contents
- What to do with Crescent Rolls?
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Baking Instructions
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- Recipe Tips that Work for Me when Preparing Refrigerated Dough Recipes
- Recipe FAQ's
- Storage, Freezing and Reheating Tips
- Try these recipes next...
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
What to do with Crescent Rolls?
Crescent rolls are versatile and can be filled with a variety of ingredients. Consider adding cinnamon and sugar, fruit like my Blueberry Crescent Rolls, ham and cheese, or even peanut butter and chocolate for a delicious twist.
Try making Pizza with Crescent Rolls by pressing the seams of the crescent rolls together and rolling them out into a circle or square then add your favorite pizza toppings!
Make sure to follow the instructions on the packaging for preheating your oven and baking time. This will ensure that the crescent rolls are baked to perfection.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
2 Pack Ceramic Half Dozen Egg Tray Holder for Countertop, Refrigerator
Chicken Egg Basket, Black Wire Egg Collection Baskets with Ceramic Lid for Gathering Fresh EggsCreative Co-Op Bowl Shaped Measuring Cups, Primary Colors, Set of 4Nesting Measuring Cups | Set of 3 Stackable Ceramic Cups
Main Ingredients Needed
Below is a quick preview of the ingredients you’ll need. For exact amounts, check the recipe card below. You can also use the "Shopping List button" to create a printable shopping list, or the "Get Ingredients button" in the recipe card to order groceries online.
Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- This recipe works because it's ready fast! In about 30 minutes you can be serving these to your children before school. They're made with simple, everyday pantry ingredients that you probably already have on hand!
- While cheddar is classic, consider experimenting with other cheeses like Swiss, pepper jack, or Monterey Jack to introduce different flavors.
- You can swap the sausage for bacon.
- If you like a little spice with your breakfast, add a teaspoon or two of salsa on top of the eggs before rolling the crescent rolls up.
- Try a different flavor of cheese instead of the cheddar.
Step-by-Step Instructions
This section includes step-by-step photos and instructions to guide you through the recipe. For the complete printable version, scroll down to the recipe card below.
Step 1: Separate the crescent rolls into 8 triangles. Add eggs, browned sausage crumbles, and cheddar cheese to the crescents.
Step 2: Begin at the large end of the crescent and roll it up and tuck the ends under. Place the crescents on a baking sheets that's been lined with a sheet of parchment paper. Brush the tops with an egg wash.
Baking Instructions
Step 3: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Bake the crescent rolls for 10 to 12 minutes or until they're golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
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Recipe Tips that Work for Me when Preparing Refrigerated Dough Recipes
- When you prepare the eggs, be sure to not overcook them since they will cook a little longer when the crescents bake.
- Start rolling from the wide end of the crescent triangle, ensuring the filling is centered to prevent spillage.
- Brushing the tops with an egg wash (1 egg mixed with 1 tablespoon of water) before baking will give the rolls a beautiful golden sheen.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- You can make these breakfast crescent rolls by using the air fryer as well! See my Air Fryer Crescent Rolls Recipe for tips.
Recipe FAQ's
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Yes, you can freeze unopened crescent roll tubes—just wrap them in plastic or place in a freezer bag to prevent freezer burn. Thaw in the fridge before baking.
As the crescent rolls bake, they will start to turn a golden brown color. Keep an eye on them towards the end of the recommended baking time to ensure they are not undercooked or overcooked.
Storage, Freezing and Reheating Tips
Refrigerator: Add to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Flash freeze the crescents, then place them in a freezer zip top bag or airtight container for up to 2 months.
Reheating: You can easily reheat these rolls in the microwave for about 30 seconds. If they're frozen, you'll need a little more time, 60-90 seconds
Air Fryer: Simply heat for a couple of minutes until warmed through at 250°F.
Try these recipes next...
Check out my other recipe for Breakfast Pizza on Crescent Roll. Or you might enjoy this recipe for Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls.
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Breakfast Crescent Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 8 ounce can refrigerated crescent rolls
- 1 cup cooked crumbled breakfast sausage
- ½ cup cheddar cheese grated
- 6 eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 egg mixed with 1 tablespoon water for egg wash
Method
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large frying pan, brown the sausage until it is cooked through and no longer pink. Drain the fat and set aside to cool.
- Wipe the frying pan clean.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Pour into the cleaned frying pan that's been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Scramble the eggs; be careful not to overcook them.
- Open the can of refrigerated crescent rolls and separate the triangles so there are 8.
- Divide the scrambled eggs evenly between the crescent roll triangles.
- Top the eggs with a little browned breakfast sausage followed by the cheddar cheese.
- Beginning with the large end of the crescent roll, begin rolling each triangle up, being sure to tuck the ends under.
- Place them on a baking sheets that's been lined with parchment paper.
- Brush each crescent roll with the egg wash.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
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Notes
- When you prepare the eggs, be sure to not overcook them since they will cook a little longer when the crescents bake.
- Start rolling from the wide end of the crescent triangle, ensuring the filling is centered to prevent spillage.
- Brushing the tops with an egg wash (1 egg mixed with 1 tablespoon of water) before baking will give the rolls a beautiful golden sheen.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- You can make these breakfast crescent rolls by using the air fryer as well! See my Air Fryer Crescent Rolls Recipe for tips.
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