Start your day with a hearty, flavorful breakfast that everyone will love! These Savory Breakfast Rolls combine the richness of eggs, the smoky taste of bacon, savory sausage, and melty cheese—all wrapped in soft, flaky crescent dough. Perfect for a weekend brunch, a family breakfast, or meal prep for busy mornings.
A 9×13-inch pan filled with 12 golden breakfast rolls makes this recipe ideal for serving a crowd or having ready-to-go meals during the week.
While sweet cinnamon rolls are a classic breakfast treat, sometimes we crave something savory and filling to fuel the day ahead. These breakfast rolls fit the bill perfectly—they’re satisfying, easy to make, and customizable to your taste.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s everything you need to make this delicious breakfast dish:
- Refrigerated Crescent Dough Sheets – You can use pre-made crescent sheets for convenience. If unavailable, substitute with one tube of pizza dough rolled into a rectangle or a 1-pound loaf of bread dough thawed and shaped accordingly.
- Cream Cheese – Whipped cream cheese spreads easily and adds a creamy layer. Flavored cream cheese like chive & onion or roasted red pepper works wonderfully.
- Scrambled Eggs – Make fresh with eggs, milk, diced red bell pepper, and black pepper, or use leftover scrambled eggs for a time-saving shortcut.
- Meat Options – Sausage, bacon, ham, or a combination all work well. Precooked sausage or bacon can save time.
- Cheese – Shredded cheddar is classic, but Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, or Pepper Jack all add unique flavor.
These ingredients come together quickly and provide a filling, protein-packed breakfast that can be customized to your liking.
Preparing the Filling
The first step in making these breakfast rolls is preparing the filling:
- Cook the meat – Brown the sausage in a skillet and cook the bacon until crisp. Set aside on a paper towel to remove excess grease.
- Scramble the eggs – In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, black pepper, and diced red bell pepper. Cook over medium heat on the stovetop, stirring occasionally until set, or cook in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully cooked. Allow the eggs to cool slightly before assembling.
Having the meat and eggs cooled slightly ensures the dough won’t become soggy and makes rolling easier.
Assembling Your Breakfast Rolls
Once your filling components are ready, it’s time to assemble:
- Prepare the dough – Unroll the crescent dough sheets on a lightly floured surface. Pinch the long edges together to create one large rectangle.
- Add cream cheese – Spread a thin, even layer of whipped cream cheese over the entire dough rectangle. This creamy base helps hold the filling together.
- Layer the filling – Sprinkle the scrambled eggs, cooked sausage, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheese evenly across the dough.
The layering process ensures each bite contains a perfect mix of egg, meat, and cheese.
Rolling and Cutting the Rolls
After the filling is in place:
- Roll the dough – Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a long log.
- Slice into portions – Using a sharp serrated knife or unflavored dental floss, cut the roll into 12 equal pieces. Place the rolls into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan, spacing them slightly apart.
This step is crucial for achieving evenly sized rolls that bake consistently and look visually appealing.
Baking Your Breakfast Rolls
- Preheat the oven – Set to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake – Place the pan in the oven and bake for 24-26 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
- Optional finishing touch – Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with fresh parsley for added flavor and presentation.
Serve the rolls warm as-is, or pair with fresh fruit or a side salad for a complete breakfast.
Variations to Try
These breakfast rolls are versatile, so feel free to experiment:
- Use different flavors of cream cheese: plain, garlic & herb, or roasted red pepper.
- Swap or mix meats: sausage, bacon, ham, or all three.
- Add vegetables: sautéed onions, mushrooms, or peppers add color and nutrients.
- Change the cheese: try Pepper Jack, Colby Jack, or mozzarella for a different taste.
- Use bread dough instead of crescent sheets for a fluffier, bread-like texture.
Time-Saving Tip: Use pre-cooked sausage patties or bacon to cut down preparation time without sacrificing flavor.
Storing Your Breakfast Rolls
In the Fridge
Allow the rolls to cool completely, then store in an airtight container or cover with plastic wrap. They’ll keep for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave for a quick breakfast option.
In the Freezer
Freeze individually or as a pan of rolls for up to 3 months. Thaw completely before reheating in the microwave or oven. This makes them ideal for meal prep or busy mornings.
Savory Breakfast Rolls Filled with Sausage, Bacon, Eggs, and Cheese
- Total Time: 55 min
Ingredients
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons red bell pepper, finely diced
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 (8-ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dough sheets*
1/3 cup whipped chive and onion cream cheese (or plain/other flavors)
8 ounces ground breakfast sausage, cooked
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
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In a bowl, whisk together eggs, red bell pepper, milk, and black pepper.
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Scramble the eggs in a skillet over medium heat or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until fully cooked. Let cool slightly.
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Unroll the crescent dough sheets and pinch the long edges together to form one large rectangle.
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Spread whipped cream cheese evenly over the dough.
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Layer scrambled eggs, cooked sausage, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheese evenly on top.
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Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 equal slices using a serrated knife or dental floss.
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Place the rolls in the prepared baking pan and bake for 24–26 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Optional: brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with parsley before serving. Serve warm.
Notes
- Crescent dough sheets can be replaced with pizza dough rolled into a rectangle or a 1-pound loaf of bread dough.
- Pre-cooked sausage and bacon save time without sacrificing flavor.
- Flavor variations: garlic & herb, roasted red pepper, or plain cream cheese; use Colby Jack, Pepper Jack, or Monterey Jack cheese.
- Ensure eggs and meat are slightly cooled before adding to dough to prevent soggy dough.
- Add vegetables like sautéed onions, mushrooms, or peppers for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
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