Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Start by heating your skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Listen for that rhythmic sizzle. It is the sound of a meal coming to life. As the fat renders, toss in your diced onions and peppers. Cook until the sausage is browned and the vegetables are soft and translucent.
- Lower the heat slightly. Pour in your beaten eggs. Gently fold the eggs into the sausage mixture. You want soft curds, not dry crumbles. Just before they are fully set, stir in the spinach and let it wilt in the residual heat. This ensures your sausage egg breakfast stays moist inside the roll.
- Roll out your chosen dough on a lightly floured surface. If you are using crescent sheets, press the perforations together to create a single rectangle. This is the foundation of our sausage egg breakfast rolls.
- Spread a thin layer of cream cheese or a sprinkle of cheddar over the dough. Evenly distribute the sausage and egg mixture across the surface, leaving a small border at the edges.
- Starting from the long edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log. Think of it like a breakfast burrito but with a more delicate, pastry like finish. Slice the log into 12 even rounds.
- Place the rolls on a parchment lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter and a dusting of garlic powder. Slide them into a 375 degree oven. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the tops are a deep, shimmering gold.
- Let them rest for five minutes. This allows the cheese to set, ensuring your homemade breakfast rolls don’t fall apart on the first bite.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 15g
Notes
Kitchen life is about making a recipe your own. If you are following a specific dietary path, there are many ways to adapt this morning routine staple. For those looking for low carb sausage egg breakfast rolls, you can swap the traditional dough for a keto friendly fathead dough made from mozzarella and almond flour. If dairy is a concern, use a dairy free sausage egg breakfast rolls approach by substituting the cheese with a nut based spread or simply omitting it, as the sausage and eggs provide plenty of moisture. For the adventurous palate, try making spicy sausage egg breakfast rolls by adding diced jalapeños and a teaspoon of cumin to the egg mixture. You can even create an overnight sausage egg breakfast rolls version by assembling the rolls the night before, keeping them covered in the fridge, and simply popping them in the oven when you wake up. This is a lifesaver on holiday mornings when guests are staying over. If you prefer a gluten free sausage egg breakfast rolls experience, ensure your dough and sausage are certified gluten free.
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