Description
This Sausage Gravy Crescent Roll Breakfast Pizza combines flaky crescent roll dough with savory breakfast sausage gravy and a blend of melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing breakfast or brunch recipe ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for sharing with family or guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
Sausage Gravy
- 0.5 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare crust: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or sheet pan to prevent sticking. Unroll the crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the dish, making sure to seal any seams. Bake the crust for 8 minutes until it becomes lightly golden.
- Cook the sausage: While the crust bakes, place the ground breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until it is browned and fully crumbled. Do not drain the grease, as it will be used to make the gravy.
- Make the sausage gravy: Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and stir continuously for 1 minute to cook off the raw flour taste. Gradually whisk in the whole milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens into a creamy gravy, about 3 to 5 minutes. Season with black pepper to taste.
- Assemble the pizza: Spread the warm sausage gravy evenly over the pre-baked crescent roll crust. Make sure to cover the surface thoroughly for maximum flavor in every bite.
- Add cheeses: Evenly sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the sausage gravy layer, distributing the cheese to cover the entire pizza.
- Bake the pizza: Return the assembled pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes until the cheeses are fully melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and, if desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and fresh flavor. Let it cool slightly, then slice into 12 squares. Serve warm and enjoy your hearty breakfast pizza.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a creamier gravy, but 2% milk can be used as a lighter alternative.
- Do not drain the grease from the sausage; it helps create a flavorful gravy.
- You can substitute the shredded cheeses with your favorite varieties or add spicy cheese for a kick.
- Fresh parsley garnish is optional but adds a nice fresh contrast.
- For a crustier base, pre-bake the crescent roll dough until golden before adding toppings.
- This recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings by using two cans of crescent roll dough and adjusting ingredients accordingly.
