Can I prep this recipe ahead of time?

Name: Breakfast Crescent Dogs
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 8 fully cooked sausage links; 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls (8 Count); 3/4 cup maple-flavored syrup

Yes, you can assemble your Breakfast Crescent Dogs as directed in the recipe before placing them on the ungreased baking sheet. Instead of baking them right away, tightly cover the baking sheet with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 hours. When you’re ready to bake the Breakfast Crescent Dogs, remove the plastic wrap and bake them as directed.

Breakfast Crescent Dogs

Prep time:10 min
Total time:25 min
Ingredients:3
Servings:8
Calories per serving:270

By Created by Joanna(Opens in a new tab)Updated 12/17/2025

Breakfast Crescent Dogs

Prep time:10 min
Total time:25 min
Ingredients:3
Servings:8
Calories per serving:270

When you need a fast and easy breakfast that’s still delicious, this recipe is perfect. With only 3 ingredients and simple instructions, you can whip this up for a regular weekday breakfast, brunch, or as a breakfast-coded appetizer! Kids and adults alike can enjoy this highly customizable recipe at any time of day. Simply roll, bake, and serve!

Recipe Ingredients

The easy ingredients are only part of why we love this recipe.

Cooked Sausage Links: You can use your favorite sausage links in this recipe—just be sure they’re fully cooked. Fully cooked breakfast sausage links make this recipe quick and easy. If using uncooked sausage links, precook them following package directions before wrapping with dough and baking. Consider using chicken maple, turkey sausage, or other sausage flavors for a twist.

Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls: Crescents create perfectly-flaky breading for this recipe. The dough is also incredibly simple to work with, which makes the recipe a little extra easy.

Maple-Flavored Syrup: This is a traditional breakfast condiment and pulls together the flavors in the recipe. You can also use ketchup or hot sauce for a savory twist.

How to Make Breakfast Crescent Dogs

The process of making this recipe is extremely quick and easy! This is a shortened summary of the process. See the full instructions below when you’re ready to make this recipe!

1. Prep the Dough

Separate the crescent dough into individual triangles.

2. Wrap the Sausages

Wrap one triangle of dough around each sausage link.

3. Bake

Put the wrapped sausages on an ungreased baking sheet with the crescent seam-side down to seal. Bake at 375°F for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with syrup.

How to Store (and Reheat) Breakfast Crescent Dogs

If you have leftovers, be sure to store and reheat them properly so you can make the most out of your batch!

Refrigerator Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer Storage

We do not recommend freezing leftovers. The crescent dough can lose its flaky texture if it’s frozen and thawed or reheated.

Reheating

Oven: Cover leftovers in foil and reheat in a 325°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes until hot.
Microwave: Microwave on High for 1 minute, then in 30-second increments after that until heated through and hot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Breakfast Crescent Dogs

Prep time:10 min
Total time:25 min
Ingredients:3
Servings:8
Calories per serving:270

Ingredient

8 fully cooked sausage links
1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls (8 Count)
3/4 cup maple-flavored syrup

Instructions

Step 1
Heat oven to 375°F. Separate dough into triangles.

Step 2
Wrap dough triangle around each sausage link.

Step 3
Place on ungreased baking sheet, seam side down.

Step 4
Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with syrup.

Recipe Tips

If desired, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of your favorite shredded cheese inside the crescents.
If using Pillsbury™ Grands!™ Original Crescent Rolls, use large sausage links, and bake at 350°F for 16 to 20 minutes.
For a brunch-worthy upgrade, top your breakfast sausage crescent rolls with fresh blueberries and whipped cream. You can also serve alongside eggs for a more complete breakfast.
If you want more sausage filling, you can use 2 sausage links per crescent.

Nutrition Facts

Calories
270
Total Fat
13g
Protein
5g
Total Carbohydrate
32g
Sugars
17g

Servings: 8

Serving Size: 1 Crescent Dog

Amount Per Serving Calories : 270

Nutrition Facts
Food Component / Nutrient	Amount	% , Daily Value*
Total Fat	13g	21%
Saturated Fat	4&½g	23%
Trans Fat	1&½g	% Value Not Available
Monounsaturated Fat	0g	% Value Not Available
Polyunsaturated Fat	0g	% Value Not Available
Omega-3	0g	% Value Not Available
Cholesterol	15mg	5%
Sodium	380mg	16%
Total Carbohydrate	32g	11%
Dietary Fiber	0g	0%
Soluble Fiber	0g	% Value Not Available
Insoluble Fiber	0g	% Value Not Available
Sugars	17g	% Value Not Available
Protein	5g	% Value Not Available
Vitamin D	Value Not Available	0%
Calcium	Value Not Available	0%
Iron	Value Not Available	2%
Potassium	0mg	0%
Vitamin A	Value Not Available	0%
Vitamin C	Value Not Available	0%
Vitamin E	Value Not Available	0%
Thiamin	Value Not Available	0%
Riboflavin	Value Not Available	0%
Niacin	Value Not Available	0%
Vitamin B6	Value Not Available	0%
Folic Acid	Value Not Available	0%
Vitamin B12	Value Not Available	0%
Pantothenic Acid	Value Not Available	0%
Phosphorus	Value Not Available	0%
Magnesium	Value Not Available	0%
Zinc	Value Not Available	0%
Manganese	Value Not Available	0%
Selenium	Value Not Available	0%
Copper	Value Not Available	0%
Beta-Carotene	Value Not Available	% Value Not Available
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Exchanges

Starch 1&½,
Fruit 0,
Other Carbohydrate ½,
Skim Milk 0,
Low-Fat Milk 0,
Milk 0,
Vegetable 0,
Very Lean Meat 0,
Lean Meat 0,
Medium-Fat Meat 0,
High-Fat Meat 0,
Fat 2&½,
Fruits 0c,
Vegetables 0c,
Grains 0oz-eq,
Meat & Beans 0oz-eq,
Dairy 0c,
Fats & Oils 0tsp

Carbohydrate Choice

Carbohydrate Choice2

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Recipe Ingredients

The easy ingredients are only part of why we love this recipe.

Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls: Crescents create perfectly-flaky breading for this recipe. The dough is also incredibly simple to work with, which makes the recipe a little extra easy.

Maple-Flavored Syrup: This is a traditional breakfast condiment and pulls together the flavors in the recipe. You can also use ketchup or hot sauce for a savory twist.

How to Make Breakfast Crescent Dogs

The process of making this recipe is extremely quick and easy! This is a shortened summary of the process. See the full instructions below when you’re ready to make this recipe!