Description
Pigs in a Blanket are a classic American appetizer featuring mini cocktail sausages wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough and baked until golden brown. Perfect for parties, snacks, or lunchbox treats, this easy recipe includes an optional egg wash and toppings like sesame or poppy seeds for added flavor and texture.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 package of mini cocktail sausages (about 8 ounces)
- 1 sheet refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 tablespoon mustard (optional)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water
- Sesame seeds or poppy seeds for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the pigs in a blanket.
- Prepare Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles along the perforations. Cut each triangle into smaller strips wide enough to wrap around a mini sausage.
- Wrap Sausages: Place a mini cocktail sausage at the wide end of each dough strip, then roll it up completely, wrapping the dough all around the sausage.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place each wrapped sausage seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and help even baking.
- Apply Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush it lightly over the dough-wrapped sausages to promote a beautiful golden-brown color when baked.
- Add Toppings (Optional): Sprinkle sesame seeds or poppy seeds on top of the egg-washed dough for added texture and flavor if desired.
- Bake: Bake the pigs in a blanket in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the dough is cooked through and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with mustard or your favorite dipping sauces for extra flavor.
Notes
- Try different sausage varieties such as spicy chorizo or chicken sausages for a flavor twist.
- Use puff pastry instead of crescent rolls for a flakier texture.
- Add shredded cheese inside the dough before wrapping for extra flavor.
- These are perfect as appetizers, party snacks, or lunchbox treats.
- Serve warm for the best taste and texture.
