Homemade Sausage and Cheese Croissant Rolls

Homemade Sausage and Cheese Croissant Rolls

Golden, buttery, and packed with savory filling, these Homemade Sausage and Cheese Croissant Rolls are the perfect blend of comfort and indulgence. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, meal-prepping breakfast, or just craving something warm and flaky, these rolls deliver melt-in-your-mouth texture with every bite. At deesviral, we believe in transforming everyday ingredients into bakery-style delights—and this recipe is a shining example. The soft, laminated dough wraps around a creamy sausage and cheese center, baking up to glossy perfection.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 3½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 packet (2¼ tsp) instant yeast

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• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ¾ cup warm milk

• ¼ cup warm water

• 1 large egg

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• ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and sliced thin for layering

For the Filling:

• 1 pound ground breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)

• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened

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• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the Egg Wash:

• 1 egg

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• 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy. Add the egg, salt, and flour, and mix until a dough forms. Knead for 6–8 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

2. Laminate with Butter:
   Roll the dough out into a large rectangle. Place the cold butter slices over ⅔ of the dough. Fold into thirds like a letter and roll out again. Repeat this folding and rolling process 3 times, chilling the dough for 15 minutes in between each fold to keep the butter firm.

3. Make the Filling:
   In a skillet, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease and let it cool slightly. In a bowl, combine the cooked sausage with shredded cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until creamy and well combined.

4. Assemble the Rolls:
   Roll out the chilled dough into a large rectangle and cut into small squares or rectangles. Add a spoonful of the sausage-cheese filling near one end and roll up like a croissant, tucking the sides slightly.

5. Proof and Bake:
   Place rolls seam-side down on a greased baking sheet or tray. Cover lightly with plastic wrap and let rise for 30–45 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Whisk together the egg and milk for the egg wash, then brush the tops of each roll.

6. Bake Until Golden:
   Bake the rolls for 18–22 minutes or until puffed and deeply golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.

Conclusion
These Homemade Sausage and Cheese Croissant Rolls are a comfort food classic that looks as good as it tastes. Soft layers of buttery dough wrapped around a creamy, cheesy filling—it’s hard to stop at one! They make a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or a cozy brunch centerpiece. For more warm and flaky inspiration, follow along with deesviral.