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Sausage Pinwheels
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Sausage Pinwheels

Sausage pinwheels are a simple and savory appetizer that’s always a hit! Made with flaky crescent rolls, creamy cream cheese, melty cheddar, and flavorful sausage, they’re perfect for game days, parties, or any gathering. Quick to prepare and even quicker to disappear!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 32
Calories: 109kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound bulk pork sausage
  • 2 8-ounce packages refrigerated crescent rolls
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions

Cook the Sausage:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the sausage until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain any excess grease and set the sausage aside to cool.

Prepare the Dough:

  • Lay out a sheet of wax paper and lightly spray it with cooking spray.
  • Unroll one package of crescent rolls onto the wax paper, pinching the perforations to form a seamless sheet of dough.

Add the Filling:

  • Spread half of the softened cream cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
  • Sprinkle half of the cooked sausage and half of the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the cream cheese layer.

Roll and Wrap:

  • Using the wax paper to assist, roll the dough tightly lengthwise into a log, encasing the filling.
  • Wrap the log tightly in plastic wrap. Repeat the process with the second package of crescent rolls and the remaining ingredients.

Chill:

  • Refrigerate the wrapped logs for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to slice.

Slice and Bake:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Remove the logs from the refrigerator, unwrap, and slice each into 1/2-inch-thick pinwheels using a sharp knife.
  • Arrange the pinwheels on a baking sheet, leaving at least 1 inch between each.
  • Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Serve:

  • Let the pinwheels cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!

Notes

Dough Tip: Use crescent roll sheets for easier handling.
Spread Tip: An offset spatula helps evenly spread the cream cheese.
Chill Time: Keeping the dough chilled makes slicing easier.
Baking Tip: Leave space between the pinwheels on the baking sheet to allow for expansion.