These pigs in a blanket are a classic party appetizer that’s always a hit. Made with refrigerated crescent dough and cocktail sausages, they’re ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for game day, holiday parties or any gathering you like.
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About this pigs in a blanket recipe
Some appetizers never go out of style, and pigs in a blanket are one of them. They’re classic, nostalgic and there are never any leftovers.
Using refrigerated crescent dough makes this recipe quick and easy while achieving its classic flavor and texture. If you love shortcuts like this, store-bought dough can also be used to make recipes like puff pastry pinwheels or pizza pinwheels, making it easy to put together an impressive spread with minimal effort.
No matter who you’re feeding, these bite-sized appetizers are always a crowd-pleaser.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Great for entertaining. These bite-sized appetizers are always one of the first things to disappear from the snack table.
- Easy to make. Refrigerated crescent dough makes prep quick and simple.
- Ready in under 30 minutes. This makes them a perfect choice when you need a last-minute party appetizer.
Ingredients & essentials
This recipe couldn’t be much simpler. All you need are refrigerated crescent dough, pre-cooked cocktail sausages, eggs for an egg wash and a sprinkle of poppy seeds for a classic finishing touch.
Refrigerated crescent dough is what makes this recipe so quick to prepare. It bakes up flaky and golden around the sausages with very little effort.
If you’re interested in a variation on this recipe, try sprinkling the finished pigs in a blanket with sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning.
For equipment, you’ll need a baking sheet * lined with parchment paper *, a pastry brush * for the egg wash and a sharp knife or pizza cutter to divide the dough into smaller triangles.
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Instructions
These quick and easy pigs in a blanket come together in a snap. You can make them, roll them up and have them ready to bake in no time. If you need to stick them in the fridge before baking, you totally can!
- Preheat the oven to the temperature indicated on the crescent dough package, usually around 350°F (175°C). Open the can of crescent dough and unroll it.
- You’ll have 12 triangular pieces. Cut along the perforated lines to make 24 smaller triangles.
- Place a cocktail sausage at the wide end of each triangle
- Roll the dough around it, so the narrow pointy end is on top of the roll.
- Brush each wrapped sausage lightly with beaten egg.
- Sprinkle poppy seeds over the top.
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet *, leaving space between each one. Bake 15 to 18 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauces.
Tips & tricks
- Follow the baking temperature listed on your crescent dough package. It can vary slightly by brand, so always follow the package directions.
- Cut carefully along the perforated lines to create evenly sized triangles. This helps the pigs in a blanket bake evenly and gives them a more uniform appearance.
- Don’t skip the egg wash. It gives the dough its beautiful golden brown finish and helps the poppy seeds stick.
- Leave a little space between each pig in a blanket on the baking sheet so the dough has room to puff as it bakes.
- Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes of baking. Every oven is a little different, so they may finish sooner or later than expected.
Serving suggestions
Pigs in a blanket are delicious on their own, but they’re even better with plenty of dipping sauces. Ketchup, yellow mustard and barbecue sauce are classic choices, while garlic aioli, beer cheese dip and guacamole are delicious and creative dip options. At the holidays, I’d serve them with cranberry mustard.
Round out your appetizer spread with finger foods like caprese skewers, spinach artichoke wonton cups or fried pickles.
If you’re hosting a watch party, pair them with your favorite game day cocktails and browse these game day recipes for even more crowd-pleasing ideas.
FAQ
Yes. Assemble them a few hours in advance, cover and refrigerate until you’re ready to bake.
Yes. Puff pastry creates a flakier, more buttery crust, although the baking time may vary slightly.
Yes. Bake them first, let them cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven until warmed through for the best texture.
Pigs in a Blanket
ingredients
- 1 can 12-count crescent dough refrigerated
- 24 pieces cocktail sausages pre-cooked
- 1 to 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
instructions
- Preheat the oven to the temperature indicated on the crescent dough package, usually around 350°F (175°C).
- Open the can of crescent dough and unroll it. You'll have 12 triangular pieces.1 can 12-count crescent dough
- Cut along the perforated lines to make 24 smaller triangles.
- Place a cocktail sausage at the wide end of each triangle and roll the dough around it.24 pieces cocktail sausages
- Brush each wrapped sausage lightly with beaten egg.1 to 2 large eggs
- Sprinkle poppy seeds over the top.1 teaspoon poppy seeds
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
- Bake 15 to 18 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauces.
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