Description
These savory sausage pinwheels feature a creamy cream cheese and cheddar filling wrapped in crispy phyllo dough and seasoned with everything bagel spice. They are perfect for game day, tailgates, or quick snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (100g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 lb (450g) mild pork breakfast sausage
- 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 package (12 sheets) phyllo dough, thawed
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon extra everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbled. Drain thoroughly and blot with paper towels to remove grease. Let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, cooked sausage, minced garlic, sliced green onions, and 1 tablespoon of everything bagel seasoning. Mix until well combined.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Unroll phyllo dough and keep covered with a damp towel to prevent drying. Layer 6-7 sheets of phyllo in the baking dish, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
- Spread the sausage mixture evenly over the phyllo layer.
- Layer the remaining phyllo sheets on top of the filling, brushing each with melted butter. Press down gently to seal.
- Freeze the assembled dish for 20-30 minutes to firm up the filling for easier slicing.
- Remove from freezer and cut into 1-inch wide strips or squares. Sprinkle tops with remaining 1 teaspoon of everything bagel seasoning and a little extra melted butter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure the sausage is well-drained to prevent soggy phyllo. Keep phyllo dough covered with a damp towel while working to prevent cracking. Freezing the assembled dish before slicing is crucial for clean cuts. Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen unbaked for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 280
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 6
Keywords: game day snacks, football party food, sausage pinwheels, phyllo dough recipes, easy appetizers, everything bagel seasoning, make ahead appetizers