Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Roll-Ups – Easy, Savory, and Perfect for On-the-Go Mornings
Start your day right with these Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Roll-Ups—flaky, golden crescent dough wrapped around savory sausage, creamy scrambled eggs, and melted cheddar cheese. Easy to prep, freezer-friendly, and totally kid-approved, they’re perfect for meal prep, busy mornings, or weekend brunch. A handheld, satisfying breakfast that’s ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 tube crescent roll dough 8 pieces
- 4 large eggs scrambled
- ½ lb breakfast sausage links or crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Butter or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Step 1: Prep the IngredientsCook the sausage until browned and no longer pink. Scramble the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: Fill the DoughUnroll crescent dough and place a spoonful of scrambled egg, sausage, and shredded cheese on the wide end of each triangle.
- Step 3: Roll and BakeRoll up tightly and place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 375°F for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Step 4: ServeLet cool for 2–3 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or let cool and freeze for later.
Notes
Secret Tips for Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Roll-Ups
- Use Buttery-Style Crescent Rolls: Choose the “buttery” or “flaky layers” version of crescent dough for an extra indulgent, pastry-like bite.
- Season the Eggs Well: Add a splash of milk or cream when scrambling the eggs for extra fluffiness and season with garlic powder or a pinch of smoked paprika for depth.
- Pre-Crisp the Sausage: Let the cooked sausage get slightly crispy before adding to the dough—it enhances flavor and keeps the inside from being too greasy.
- Cool the Fillings First: Let your eggs and sausage cool for a few minutes before rolling—this prevents the dough from getting soggy and ensures better structure when baked.
- Seal the Edges Gently: Pinch the crescent dough edges together lightly after rolling to prevent leaks during baking. A little egg wash helps seal and gives a golden top.
- Add Cheese Last: Layer cheese on top of the sausage and eggs so it melts and binds everything together from the top down.
- Freeze Before Baking (Optional): Want cleaner edges and a firmer shape? Chill the assembled (unbaked) roll-ups for 10–15 minutes in the freezer before baking.
- Reheat Like a Pro: Reheat leftovers in a toaster oven or air fryer instead of the microwave to bring back the crisp exterior.