All Pro Appetizer

Elevate your appetizer game with the irresistible "All Pro Appetizer"—a crowd-pleasing trio that’s perfect for game day, parties, or any festive gathering. This recipe combines savory crescent-wrapped sausage bites, crisp olive oil-tossed pretzels, and creamy cheddar cheese skewers, offering a dynamic blend of flavors and textures. The crescent rolls bake to golden perfection, encasing the juicy sausage pieces, while a zesty cream cheese dip infused with garlic, paprika, and fresh green onions adds a gourmet touch. Paired with classic ranch and barbecue dipping sauces, this easy-to-prepare appetizer, ready in just 35 minutes, is designed to impress. Tried-and-true ingredients like Pillsbury crescent dough and mini pretzels make it both convenient and delicious, ensuring your snack spread steals the spotlight.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Mini pretzels
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese cubes
• 6 Turkey or beef sausage links
• 1 package Pillsbury crescent roll dough
• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 2 Green onions, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Ranch dressing
• 0.5 cup Barbecue sauce
• 24 Toothpicks or small skewers

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Cut the sausage links into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch long.

Step 3

Unroll the crescent roll dough and cut it into small strips, about 1-inch wide by 3-inches long.

Step 4

Wrap each sausage piece with a strip of crescent roll dough, ensuring the ends are sealed. Place them seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, green onions, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix until smooth and set aside.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, toss the mini pretzels with olive oil to lightly coat them. Place them on the same baking sheet as the wrapped sausages, ensuring they don’t touch.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and the pretzels are crisp.

Step 8

While the appetizers are baking, thread the cheddar cheese cubes onto toothpicks or skewers to create individual cheese bites.

Step 9

Prepare the dipping sauces by pouring the ranch dressing and barbecue sauce into two small bowls or ramekins.

Step 10

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the appetizers cool slightly before plating.

Step 11

Arrange the crescent-wrapped sausages, pretzels, and cheese bites on a large serving platter with the dipping sauces in the center.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1551.1 grams (1551.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4814

Total Fat 285.70g	366%
Saturated Fat 116.70g	584%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 651mg	217%
Sodium 13346mg	580%
Total Carbohydrate 413.30g	150%
Dietary Fiber 13.10g	47%
Total Sugars 88.70g
Protein 157.50g	315%

Vitamin D 51IU	257%
Calcium 2137mg	164%
Iron 24mg	132%
Potassium 1883mg	40%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.0%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 34.1%