Description
Homemade Pigs in a Blanket are the ultimate bite-sized party appetizer made with juicy mini sausages wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough or puff pastry. These easy homemade pigs in a blanket bake up golden brown in just minutes, making them perfect for game day, holidays, or family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 package (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry
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24 mini cocktail sausages
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
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1 tablespoon sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional)
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Dipping sauces of choice (mustard, ketchup, honey mustard, etc.)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Unroll crescent dough or puff pastry and cut into small strips wide enough to wrap each sausage.
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Pat sausages dry with a paper towel to help the dough stick.
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Wrap each sausage with a strip of dough, slightly overlapping the ends.
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Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
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Brush tops lightly with beaten egg. Sprinkle sesame or poppy seeds if desired.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked.
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Let cool slightly and serve with dipping sauces.
Notes
Crescent roll dough creates a softer, bread-like texture.Puff pastry delivers a flakier, crispier finish.For extra flavor, add a thin slice of cheese before wrapping.Everything bagel seasoning makes a great topping alternative.Brush with melted garlic butter after baking for added richness.Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated before baking.
