Can I swap the sausage for something else?

Of course! You could try veggie sausage, chicken, turkey, or even maple-flavored versions for a sweet twist. Any breakfast sausage works great.

How can I stop the filling from spilling out?

Keep the fillings light, roll the dough up tightly, and pinch the edges closed well. Laying them seam-down inside the air fryer helps seal them better.

Can I prep these the night before?

Absolutely! Assemble them ahead of time, cover, and pop them in the fridge overnight. Cook straight from the fridge in the morning, adding an extra minute or two to the cooking time.

What if I don’t have an air fryer?

No problem! Bake them in your oven at 375°F for 12 to 15 minutes, until they’re golden and cooked through. It’s not as crispy, but still yummy.

Is freezing these an option?

Yep, go for it! Once they’re cooked and cooled, freeze them for up to three months. Reheat them in the air fryer at 350°F for about 3 to 4 minutes before eating.

Crispy Air Fryer Breakfast Roll Ups

Category: Start Your Day Right

Quick to make! Soft crescent dough holds an egg, cheese, and sausage filling, cooked crispy in the air fryer with sweet maple butter on top.

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By Ana

Updated on Tue, 17 Jun 2025 23:00:48 GMT

Breakfast Roll Ups with Air Fryer | homebitesbyana.com

Recipe FAQs

→ Can I swap the sausage for something else?: Of course! You could try veggie sausage, chicken, turkey, or even maple-flavored versions for a sweet twist. Any breakfast sausage works great.
→ How can I stop the filling from spilling out?: Keep the fillings light, roll the dough up tightly, and pinch the edges closed well. Laying them seam-down inside the air fryer helps seal them better.
→ Can I prep these the night before?: Absolutely! Assemble them ahead of time, cover, and pop them in the fridge overnight. Cook straight from the fridge in the morning, adding an extra minute or two to the cooking time.
→ What if I don’t have an air fryer?: No problem! Bake them in your oven at 375°F for 12 to 15 minutes, until they’re golden and cooked through. It’s not as crispy, but still yummy.
→ Is freezing these an option?: Yep, go for it! Once they’re cooked and cooled, freeze them for up to three months. Reheat them in the air fryer at 350°F for about 3 to 4 minutes before eating.

Breakfast Roll Ups Air Fryer

Eggs, cheese, and sausage stuffed inside flaky dough, air fried to a golden crisp, and finished with a sweet buttery maple glaze.

Prep Time

10 min

Cooking Time

15 min

Total Time

25 min

By: Ana

Category: Breakfast & Brunch

Skill Level: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yields: 8 Servings (8 rolls)

Dietary Preferences: ~

Ingredients

→ Soft Egg Filling

01 3 large-sized eggs

02 A pinch of kosher salt and pepper (adjust to taste)

03 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, split in half

04 2 tablespoons milk

→ Stuffed Rolls

05 4 slices of Colby Jack cheese, halved

06 8 maple-flavored breakfast sausage links, already cooked

07 1 package of crescent roll dough (refrigerated)

→ Sweet Butter Topping

08 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup

Steps

Step 01

Break the eggs into a bowl, pour in the milk, and sprinkle with a little kosher salt and pepper. Use a fork and whisk until it’s all mixed up.

Step 02

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Pour in the egg mix and stir slowly for 3-4 minutes until they’re creamy but still a bit soft. Put aside to cool awhile.

Step 03

Take the crescent dough out of the tube and break it into 8 triangles. Spread them flat on your workspace.

Step 04

Scoop a little scrambled egg onto the wide end of each triangle, layer it with a sausage link, then top it with half a cheese slice. Roll it up, starting at the wider end.

Step 05

Lay the rolled-up crescents seam-side down inside your air fryer basket. Bake them at 370°F for about 7-9 minutes, or until they’re crispy and golden.

Step 06

While the rolls cook, melt the leftover tablespoon of butter and stir in the maple syrup. This mixture will be your glaze.

Step 07

A couple of minutes before the rolls are done, brush on the glaze for a shiny, caramelized finish.

Step 08

Let the rolls sit for 2-3 minutes after removing them from the air fryer. They’re best served hot when the cheese is gooey.

Notes

Using precooked sausage links saves time, but raw ones can be air fried at 370°F for 9-10 minutes.
Adding too much filling can lead to messy rolls or leaks while cooking, so go easy.
The maple syrup glaze brings a delightful blend of sweetness that contrasts the savory filling.
You can assemble these the evening before and air fry them fresh in the morning.