Easy Sausage Swirls Recipe

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These 3-ingredient Easy Sausage Swirls are made by spreading your favorite spicy mustard and bulk pork sausage over purchased crescent roll dough to make a fantastic appetizer! Or serve with scrambled eggs and fruit for a delicious breakfast treat.

Finished sausage swirls on a board with dipping sauce.

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These Easy Sausage Swirls are one of those recipes you need in your back pocket to pull out when an occasion calls for something quick and impressive. If you can pop open a can of crescent roll dough, you can whip up these swirly rounds of flaky dough filled with sausage and mustard in just over 30 minutes.

Just imagine there’s a big football party in the neighborhood, and you’re supposed to bring a dish, but you didn’t plan ahead. You know, not all of us plan weeks in advance. I’m just sayin’.

If you’re down to the last minute and need a little something-something, this is a great idea. It’s simple. Guys, girls, and kids all love it, and you just may have everything you need to make it in your fridge right now.

Besides being the perfect party food, these yummy bites also work well on a brunch buffet or as an appetizer with drinks.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Three ingredients! That’s it!
Versatile – use one of the suggested variations to make it your own.
Can be used as an appetizer, a breakfast dish, or party food.

🛒 Ingredient Notes

These little Sausage Swirls use three simple ingredients. Crescent rolls, mustard, and bulk pork sausage. That’s it!

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Crescent Rolls – Any brand you like is fine, and you can easily substitute with the reduced-fat rolls.
Mustard – I’ve made these with both spicy brown mustard and a very grainy mustard. I prefer the grainy type, but they’re equally delicious with either.
Sausage – You’ll want bulk sausage and can use your favorite brand – I recommend Jimmy Dean – and your desired heat level. If you’re serving children, I’d stick with a mild or sage flavored sausage. If serving adults who appreciate a little spiciness, go for it!

You’ll find detailed measurements for all ingredients in the printable version of the recipe at the bottom of this post.

🔪 How to Make Sausage Swirls

Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees.

Crescent roll dough spread with mustard.

Crescent roll dough with sausage added over mustard.

Separate the crescent dough into four long rectangles. (I was working with just two at a time in the photos.) Pinch the seams of the dough together so that they’re sealed.
Spread each of the rectangles with your choice of mustard.
Gently spread the sausage on top of the mustard.
Now, roll each of the rectangles up lengthwise into a long cylinder.
At this point, you can cover and chill them until you’re ready to bake.

👉 PRO TIP: The sausage is much easier to spread if you let it sit out at room temperature for 30-45 minutes beforehand. If you’re using a sausage that you haven’t tasted before, be sure to cook up a little quarter-sized piece in a skillet and taste it before using it in the recipe so you’ll be aware of how spicy it is.

Individual pieces being flattened on a lined baking sheet.

Cut each cylinder into about 1 to 1 1/2″ pieces.
Place each piece on its end on a parchment-lined baking sheet and flatten it gently into a small disk.
Cook for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

🔀 Variations

There are so many ways to vary this recipe and make it into your own creation! Try one of more of these:

Before rolling, add 1/2 cup grated Parmesan evenly sprinkled over the sausage layer.
Add a layer of 1/2 cup grated Cheddar cheese.
Use puff pastry instead of crescent rolls.
Substitute turkey sausage for a lower fat option.
Use bulk Italian sausage with a layer of cream cheese.

🍽️ Serving Suggestion

Serve with additional mustard to spread on each swirl. I sometimes make a dipping sauce with 4 parts mayonnaise, 1 part grainy or spicy brown mustard, and a squirt of lemon juice.

Don’t forget that these sausage swirls are more than just an appetizer! They’re also perfect for breakfast. Serve with your favorite style of eggs and some cheese grits or fresh fruit.

Sausage swirl on a serving plate with dipping sauce.

❓ Questions About Sausage Swirls

Can sausage swirls be made in advance?

Yes, you can make these ahead of time, which is especially convenient if you’re cooking for a party. Prep up to baking, cover well, and keep them in the refrigerator overnight. When ready to bake, allow the prepared swirls to come to room temperature, and then bake according to the recipe.

How do I store leftover sausage swirls?

Any leftovers will keep well covered in the refrigerator for about three days. You can also freeze them for up to three months.

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