Diabetic-Friendly Sugar-Free Breakfast Sausage Crescent Rolls
These are sugar-free, savory, and great for make-ahead breakfasts. They are not low-carb due to the crescent rolls, but they are suitable for diabetics when portioned properly.
Ingredients
- 1 can sugar-free crescent rolls (check label, no added sugar)
- 8 oz sugar-free breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
- 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, no sugar)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook sausage in a skillet until fully browned; drain well.
- Stir cream cheese, pepper, garlic powder, and cheddar (if using) into the warm sausage until combined.
- Separate crescent dough into triangles.
- Spoon sausage mixture onto the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll up and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake 11–13 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Diabetic Tips
- Pair with eggs or veggies to reduce blood sugar spikes.
- Limit to 1 roll per serving.
- Choose turkey sausage for less fat and fewer calories.
Lower-Carb Option
- Skip crescent rolls and wrap filling in:
- Egg-life wraps
- Low-carb tortillas
- Baked inside muffin tins as sausage breakfast cups
If you’d like, I can also provide a keto, air fryer, or make-ahead freezer version 🍳🥐