Pigs in the Blanket Recipe
Pigs in the Blanket are a classic, crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring mini cocktail sausages wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough and baked to golden perfection. They are perfect for parties, game days, or a quick and easy snack.
- Author: lina
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 pieces 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Sausages
- 12 oz Package Beef Lit’L Smokies
Dough
- 10 oz Can Crescent Roll Dough
Egg Wash (Optional)
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon cold water
- Prepare the Dough: Open the can of refrigerated crescent roll dough and unroll it on a clean cutting board.
- Cut Dough Triangles: Slice each large dough triangle into 3 smaller triangles to create the perfect size for wrapping the sausages.
- Wrap the Sausages: Take one piece of dough and roll it around each mini cocktail sausage, ensuring it is fully wrapped and sealed.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the wrapped sausages on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup and even baking.
- Prepare Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together one egg and one tablespoon of cold water to create an egg wash. Use a pastry brush to apply a thin layer over each wrapped sausage for a shiny, golden finish.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the pigs in a blanket for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- The egg wash is optional but helps achieve a beautiful golden-brown exterior.
- You can substitute beef Lit’L Smokies with turkey or pork cocktail sausages as preferred.
- For a spicier option, try adding a sprinkle of your favorite seasoning or a dab of mustard inside the dough before wrapping.
- These can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Keywords: pigs in a blanket, cocktail sausages, crescent roll recipe, party appetizers, finger foods