Description
Breakfast Pigs in Cinnamon Rolls combine soft, fluffy cinnamon roll dough wrapped around savory breakfast sausage links, creating the perfect sweet and savory treat for breakfast or brunch. Easy to prepare and loved by all ages, these roll-ups bring warmth and excitement to any morning occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Pre-made cinnamon roll dough (1 package, typically 8 rolls)
- Breakfast sausage links (8 links)
- Butter (2 tablespoons, melted)
- Egg wash (1 beaten egg)
Optional Toppings
- Brown sugar (1 tablespoon, for sprinkling)
- Cinnamon (1 teaspoon, for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Dough: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Unroll the cinnamon roll dough on a clean surface, gently separating individual rolls if pre-cut.
- Prepare the Sausage: Cook raw sausage links in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and browned, about 6-8 minutes. If using precooked sausage, warm them to maintain juiciness.
- Wrap the Sausage in Dough: Wrap each sausage link completely with a segment of cinnamon roll dough, sealing the edges tightly to prevent leakage during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash and Optional Toppings: Brush each wrapped sausage with the beaten egg for a glossy golden finish. Sprinkle with cinnamon and brown sugar if desired for extra sweetness.
- Bake Until Golden and Bubbling: Place the wrapped sausages on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the dough is golden brown and fully cooked. Let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Choose quality sausage for the best flavor.
- Seal dough edges firmly to avoid filling leakage.
- Do not overcrowd the baking pan to ensure even baking.
- Use fresh cinnamon roll dough for optimal texture and taste.
- Let rolls rest briefly after baking to let the filling set.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Breakfast, cinnamon rolls, sausage, sweet and savory, brunch, easy recipe, finger food
