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Breakfast Pigs in Blankets

A fun and satisfying dish that wraps juicy turkey sausage links in flaky crescent roll dough, perfect for busy mornings or brunch gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)
  • 8 fully cooked turkey sausage links
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Nonstick cooking spray For greasing the baking sheet
  • Maple syrup For serving, optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until well combined.
  4. Scramble the mixture in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
  5. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into eight individual triangles.
Assembly
  1. Place a spoonful of scrambled eggs and a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese at the wide end of each dough triangle.
  2. Top it with one turkey sausage link.
  3. Roll the dough over the filling, starting at the wide end, placing the seam side down on the baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with maple syrup on the side if desired.

Notes

To elevate your Breakfast Pigs in Blankets, consider adding diced bell peppers or onions to the scrambled eggs. You can also experiment with different cheeses or use mini sausages for bite-sized versions.