Sausage Crescent Cheese Balls

Recipe Ingredients

Here’s what you need to make these cheesy, savory Sausage Crescent Cheese Balls. Just a few simple ingredients add up to big flavor in every bite!

Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls: The dough is easy to handle and is just the right thickness for cutting into small pieces. It gives the meatballs a soft, tender texture, too!

Spicy Sausage: This adds tons of savory flavor! If you or your family wants less spice, you absolutely can use a sweeter/milder sausage.

Cheese: We use sharp cheddar cheese for this recipe, but a mild cheddar would work just as well. If you’re in the mood for extra spice, Pepper Jack would be a great option, too.

Other Ingredients: Dried rosemary adds a subtle, herby flavor that balances the richness of the sausage and cheese. All-purpose flour keeps the dough from sticking together.

How to Make Sausage Crescent Cheese Balls

This easy, family-friendly appetizer comes together with just a few steps. Check out this brief overview, then keep reading for the full recipe.

1. Prepare the Meat Mixture

In a large bowl, mix together the sausage, shredded cheddar, and rosemary. You can use a large wooden spoon for this—or just use clean hands!

2. Cut the Crescent Dough into Pieces

Lightly flour a cutting board, roll out the crescent dough on top of it, and then flour the top of the dough, too. This helps prevent the dough from sticking together. Then, cut the dough into small pieces using a sharp knife or pizza cutter. (Our kitchen team swears by the pizza cutter; it’s a game-changer!)

3. Make the Balls

Gradually mix the small dough pieces into the sausage mixture until evenly combined. Don’t dump everything in the bowl at once, or the dough pieces will stick together! Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls, and place them on a foil-lined baking sheet.

4. Bake, Serve, and Enjoy

Bake at 375°F until golden brown and cooked through. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce. We loved dipping them in ranch—so yummy!

Storing and Reheating Sausage Crescent Cheese Balls

If you happen to have a few sausage balls left over, good news: they store and reheat well. Here’s how to keep them fresh and enjoy them later.

Refrigerator

Store extras in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Reheating

• From the Fridge: Place on a baking sheet, cover with foil, and heat in a 350°F oven for 7 to 10 minutes. You could also microwave on a plate in 1-minute increments until warmed through.
• From the Freezer: Place on a baking sheet, cover with foil, and heat in a 350°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes. You could also microwave on a plate in 1-minute increments until warmed through.