These Sausage Biscuit Bites (or Sausage Pinwheels) are a delicious, savory breakfast option or warm party appetizer. Featuring a buttery, flaky biscuit dough wrapped around seasoned sausage meat and baked to golden perfection in a glass dish, they offer a crisp exterior with a soft, juicy center.
📋 Recipe Overview & Specs
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Dish Type | Savory Breakfast / Baked Appetizer |
| Prep Time | 15 minutes |
| Bake Time | 20 to 25 minutes |
| Oven Temp | 400°F (200°C) |
| Texture | Flaky, crispy top crust with a tender, flavorful meat center |
| Yield | 12 to 15 bites (Serves 6–8) |
🛒 Ingredients Needed
For the Fillings & Dough:
- 1 lb (450g) breakfast sausage (ground pork or turkey sausage)
- 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough or puff pastry sheet
- 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs or parsley
For the Egg Wash & Glaze:
- 1 large egg beaten with 1 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter mixed with a pinch of garlic powder
🛠️ Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Sausage & Oven
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a glass Pyrex baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook and crumble the ground sausage until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease and let cool slightly.
Step 2: Roll and Assemble
- Unroll the dough onto a lightly floured surface and press seams together to form a rectangle.
- Evenly scatter the cooked sausage crumble and shredded cheese over the dough.
- Tightly roll the dough into a log (swiss-roll style).
- Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 1-inch thick pinwheels.
Step 3: Bake to Golden Perfection
- Arrange the biscuit pinwheels snugly side-by-side in the prepared glass baking dish.
- Brush the tops evenly with the egg wash to achieve a deep golden-brown shine.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the tops are puffed, crispy, and rich golden brown.
💡 Serving Suggestions
- Garlic Butter Glaze: Brush melted garlic butter over the hot tops immediately after pulling the dish out of the oven.
- Dipping Sauce: Serve warm straight from the casserole dish with maple syrup, warm sausage gravy, or honey mustard!