Easy Double Crust Crescent Roll Sausage Breakfast Casserole Recipe
If you’re looking for a cozy, crowd-pleasing breakfast dish that’s easy to make, this Crescent Roll Sausage Breakfast Casserole is just what you need! This casserole combines a double crust of buttery crescent rolls, savory sausage, creamy cheeses, and fluffy eggs, perfect for family gatherings, weekend brunches, or a make-ahead breakfast. It even has an extra protein kick with cottage cheese added to the scrambled eggs.
I have a single-crust crescent roll sausage breakfast roll casserole. But now that I am obsessed with adding cottage cheese to scrambled eggs, I wanted to try making the double-crust version. The added protein definitely takes the protein up a notch.
Ingredients for Crescent Roll Sausage Breakfast Casserole recipe
Make sure to have these ingredients on hand for your breakfast casserole:
- 2 cans of crescent rolls
- 1 lb breakfast sausage – You can use ground pork sausage that is regular or spicy. You can also buy ground pork or ground chicken and add breakfast sausage seasoning
- 9 eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup whipped cream cheese
- 2 cups Colby Jack cheese – shredded Colby Jack or Cheddar cheese will work for this recipe.
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- ½ teaspoon pepper
See recipe card for quantities.
Step-by-Step Instructions for the Best Breakfast Casserole with Crescent Rolls and Sausage
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Step 1: Prepare the Egg Mixture – In a mixing bowl or blender, whisk or blend eggs, cottage cheese, whipped cream cheese, and seasonings (seasoned salt, onion powder, garlic salt, paprika, and pepper) until smooth.
- Step 2: Brown the Sausage -In a large skillet, brown the sausage over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Once browned, pour the egg mixture over the sausage and cook until halfway cooked.
- Step 3: Layer the Crescent Roll Base – Unroll one can of crescent rolls and press the dough evenly into the bottom of your greased baking dish. Press the seams together. This layer adds a delicious, flaky texture to the casserole.
- Step 4: Assemble the Casserole – Layer the browned sausage and egg mixture over the crescent roll base and sprinkle the shredded Colby Jack cheese evenly on top.
6. Step 6: Add the Top Crescent Roll Layer – Unroll the second can of crescent rolls and place it over the top of the casserole. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crescent rolls are golden brown, the cheese is melted, and the egg mixture is set. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
This Crescent Roll Sausage Breakfast Casserole is warm, comforting, and filled with flavor and lots of protein. Ideal for holiday breakfasts, Christmas brunch, or lazy Sunday mornings, it’s sure to become a family favorite. With options to customize and make ahead, this breakfast casserole has everything you need for a cozy, delicious start to your day. Give it a try, and let us know how it turned out!
Hint: If the top is browning too quickly, cover the casserole loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes.
Delicious Variations for Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole Recipe
Put your own spin on this breakfast casserole with these simple variations:
- Italian-Inspired: Use Italian sausage instead of breakfast sausage, add mozzarella cheese, and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Vegetarian Option: Replace sausage with sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, and spinach. Also feel free to add the vegetables to the breakfast sausage.
- Spicy Sausage Casserole: Use hot sausage and add ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the egg mixture for an extra kick.
- Southwestern Style: Add a can of green chilies, swap Colby Jack for pepper jack cheese, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Meat Lovers: Add fried and crumbled bacon, ham, or even ground beef to the sausage for even more of meaty breakfast casserole!
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Storing and Reheating Breakfast Casserole Leftovers
Storing:
Refrigerator: Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Freezing: Wrap individual portions in plastic wrap, then store in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheating:
Oven: Reheat larger portions in a 350°F oven for about 15 minutes, covered with foil to avoid drying out.
Microwave: Heat individual portions on medium power for 1-2 minutes or until warm.
Tips for the Perfect Sausage Breakfast Casserole with Crescent Rolls
- Cover for Even Baking: If the top is browning too quickly, cover the casserole loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes.
- Crescent Roll Tips: Ensure each crescent roll layer is even, so the casserole bakes up with flaky, golden layers.
- Cream Cheese Hack: Soften the cream cheese at room temperature for easy blending with the egg mixture.
FAQ
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Yes, you can freeze the fully baked casserole. Allow it to cool, then wrap tightly with plastic wrap and foil. It will keep for up to 2 months.
Regular cream cheese will work as well. Just soften it at room temperature and whisk thoroughly with the eggs.
Yes, feel free to substitute with cheddar, mozzarella, or even Swiss for a unique flavor twist.
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Double Crust Crescent Roll Sasusage Breakfast Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tubes crescent rolls
- 9 eggs
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup whipped cream cheese
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 2 cups colby jack
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 375℉.
- Brown the breakfast sausage in a skillet.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture – In a mixing bowl or blender, whisk or blend eggs, cottage cheese, whipped cream cheese, and seasonings (seasoned salt, onion powder, garlic powder, mustard, paprika, and pepper) until smooth.
- Once sausage is browned, pour the egg mixture over the sausage and cook until halfway cooked.
- Assemble the Casserole – Layer the browned sausage and egg mixture over the crescent roll base.
- Sprinkle the shredded Colby Jack cheese evenly on top.
- Add the Top Crescent Roll Layer – Unroll the second can of crescent rolls and place it over the top of the casserole.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crescent rolls are golden brown, the cheese is melted, and the egg mixture is set.
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