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Sausage Pinwheels in Biscuit Dough

Sausage Pinwheels in Biscuit Dough stacked on a wooden plate, topped with herbs and featuring a golden, savory filling.

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Sausage pinwheels in biscuit dough are a quick and easy 2-ingredient breakfast or appetizer. Flaky biscuit dough is wrapped around savory sausage for a satisfying, make-ahead meal that’s perfect for busy mornings, parties, or brunch.

  • Author: Catherine
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12–16 pinwheels
  • Category: Breakfast, Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 (16.3 oz) can refrigerated biscuits (buttermilk or flaky layers)
  • 1 lb breakfast sausage, uncooked (hot, mild, or turkey)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional: 2 tbsp diced green chiles or jalapeños
  • Optional: 1 tsp flour (for rolling dough)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375ºF (190ºC).
  2. Separate each biscuit into two layers to make 16 rounds.
  3. Arrange biscuit halves on parchment paper (4 by 4 grid), edges touching.
  4. Lightly flour and roll into a single rectangular sheet using a rolling pin.
  5. Spread uncooked sausage evenly over the dough.
  6. Optionally add cheese or chiles on top of the sausage.
  7. Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log shape.
  8. Use a serrated knife to cut the roll into 1-inch slices.
  9. Place pinwheels on a lined baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
  10. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until biscuits are golden and sausage is cooked through.
  11. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Do not pre-cook the sausage; it will cook inside the dough.
  • For extra flavor, try adding shredded cheese or chiles.
  • These can be frozen raw or cooked for future meals.
  • Use a serrated knife to prevent squishing when slicing.
  • Reheat in the oven or microwave; avoid overheating to maintain texture.