Sausage Cream Cheese Pinwheels
Diabetic-Friendly | Low Carb | Easy Savory Snack
If you’re looking for a quick, savory snack or appetizer that’s low in carbs and packed with flavor, these Sausage Cream Cheese Pinwheels are a fantastic choice. They combine seasoned breakfast sausage with creamy cheese and melty mozzarella for a delicious bite-sized treat.
These pinwheels are perfect for breakfast, brunch, parties, or meal prep snacks, and they fit well into a diabetic-friendly or low-carb eating plan.
🥘 Ingredients (Makes about 16–18 pinwheels)
- ½ lb breakfast sausage
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- ¾ cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Sausage
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked.
Drain excess grease and set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Dough
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine mozzarella cheese and cream cheese.
- Microwave for 30–40 seconds until melted.
- Stir until smooth.
Step 3: Mix the Dough
Add to the melted cheese mixture:
- Almond flour
- Egg
- Garlic powder
- Italian seasoning
Mix until a dough forms.
Step 4: Roll the Dough
Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
Step 5: Add the Filling
Spread the cooked sausage evenly over the dough.
Step 6: Roll and Slice
Roll the dough tightly into a log shape, then slice into pinwheel rounds.
Step 7: Bake
Place pinwheels on a lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
These pinwheels taste great with:
- Sugar-free marinara sauce
- Ranch dressing
- Fresh salad
- Scrambled eggs for breakfast
Perfect for party appetizers, brunch platters, or snacks.
📊 Portion & Blood Sugar Tips
✔ Stick to 2–3 pinwheels per serving.
✔ Almond flour keeps the recipe lower in carbs than traditional dough.
✔ Sausage and cheese provide protein and fats that help stabilize blood sugar.
✔ Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
🥗 Nutrition (Per Serving – 3 pinwheels)
- Calories: 210–230
- Carbohydrates: 4–5g
- Net Carbs: 2–3g
- Protein: 12–14g
- Fat: 17–19g
- Added Sugar: 0g
These Sausage Cream Cheese Pinwheels are a delicious combination of savory sausage, creamy cheese, and soft low-carb dough. They’re easy to make, incredibly satisfying, and perfect for anyone following a low-carb or diabetic-friendly lifestyle.
