Description
Irresistible sausage pinwheels blend flaky pastry with savory sausage in a delightful appetizer that promises crowd-pleasing flavor. Quick and simple preparation makes these spiraled treats perfect for gatherings where guests crave something deliciously unexpected.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground sausage (mild or spicy, depending on preference)
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Herbs, Spices, and Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 package (8 ounces) crescent roll dough
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Sauté the sausage in a skillet, incorporating onion, garlic powder, and oregano. Break the meat into fine crumbles while cooking until thoroughly browned.
- Carefully drain any excess fat from the sausage mixture and allow it to cool slightly to prevent dough sogginess.
- Spread out the crescent roll dough on a clean surface, meticulously pressing the perforated seams to create a seamless rectangular base.
- Distribute the seasoned sausage mixture evenly across the dough, maintaining a small margin around the edges to prevent overflow during rolling.
- Generously sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the sausage layer, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Tightly roll the dough from one long edge to the opposite side, creating a compact cylindrical log with integrated fillings.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled log into uniform 1-inch thick pinwheels, arranging them carefully on the prepared baking sheet.
- Delicately brush the pinwheel surfaces with beaten egg to promote a rich, golden-brown exterior during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, monitoring until the pinwheels achieve a beautiful golden color and the cheese melts completely.
- Remove from the oven and allow a brief cooling period before serving these savory appetizers warm.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the sausage thoroughly to prevent soggy pinwheels and ensure a crispy texture.
- Chill the rolled log for 15 minutes before slicing to get cleaner, more precise cuts that hold their shape.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute crescent roll dough with a gluten-free puff pastry or almond flour-based dough.
- Customize the filling by adding chopped spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or switching cheeses for a unique flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg