Sweet, buttery, and just a little savory — Breakfast Pigs Cinnamon Sausage (sometimes called cinnamon sausage roll-ups) are a cozy morning treat that combines juicy breakfast sausages with warm cinnamon pastry. They’re perfect for brunch tables, holiday mornings, or quick grab-and-go breakfasts that feel a little special.
Here’s a simple, reliable recipe you can make at home with bakery-style results.
🧾 Ingredients
1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry
8–10 breakfast sausage links (pork or chicken)
2 tbsp melted butter
3 tbsp brown sugar
1½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp vanilla extract (optional but delicious)
Optional Glaze
½ cup powdered sugar
1–2 tbsp milk
Splash of vanilla extract
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Cook the Sausage
Pan-fry sausages over medium heat until fully cooked and lightly browned.
Let cool slightly so the pastry doesn’t melt when wrapping.
2. Prepare the Cinnamon Mix
Combine melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla in a small bowl.
Stir until smooth and spreadable.
3. Assemble the Pigs
Unroll crescent dough and cut into triangles or strips.
Brush each piece lightly with the cinnamon mixture.
Place one sausage at the wide end and roll tightly.
Place seam-side down on a lined baking tray.
4. Bake
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
5. Add the Glaze (Optional)
Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
Drizzle lightly over warm rolls for a cinnamon-roll vibe.
🔥 Pro Tips for Perfect Results
Use fully cooked sausages to avoid soggy pastry.
Chill assembled rolls for 10 minutes before baking — helps keep shape.
Don’t overload with filling or they may open while baking.
Brush tops with a little extra butter before baking for bakery shine.
🍯 Flavor Variations
Maple Cinnamon: Add 1 tbsp maple syrup to the butter mixture.
Apple Cinnamon: Add thin apple slices before rolling.
Spiced Fall Version: Sprinkle nutmeg or pumpkin spice into the filling.
Cream Cheese Drizzle: Swap glaze for a tangy cream cheese icing.
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 3 days.
Reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture.
Freeze unbaked rolls and bake straight from frozen — just add a few extra minutes.
☀️ Final Thoughts
Breakfast Pigs Cinnamon Sausage are the perfect mash-up of sweet cinnamon pastry and savory breakfast sausage — easy enough for weekdays but special enough for brunch spreads. Soft inside, golden outside, and full of cozy flavor… they tend to disappear fast.