How to Make the Perfect Pigs in a Blanket
American · Easy · 23 min · 4 servings
Pigs in a blanket are a timeless favorite that belong on every list of kid friendly recipes for a very good reason. Kids love the buttery flaky crescent wrapped around a juicy mini sausage and they pack perfectly into any lunchbox.
Why this recipe works
This Pigs in a Blanket recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 23 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 290 calories with 11g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 4 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 14 whole cocktail sausages or mini hot dogs
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1 tsp sesame seeds optional
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prep the Dough
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Unroll the crescent dough and separate it along the perforated lines then cut each triangle into 2 smaller triangles to create 16 pieces.
Step 2: Wrap the Sausages
Place one cocktail sausage at the wide end of each dough triangle then roll it toward the pointed tip wrapping the dough snugly around the sausage as you roll.
Step 3: Brush and Season
Place each wrapped sausage seam side down on a parchment lined baking sheet. Brush each one with beaten egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
Step 4: Bake Until Golden
Bake for 12 to 13 minutes until the crescent dough is puffed and deep golden brown then cool for 5 minutes before packing with a small container of mustard or ketchup for dipping.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- cocktail sausages → sliced hot dogs cut into thirds as a budget friendly option
- crescent roll dough → puff pastry sheets cut into strips for a flakier result
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Rolling the dough too loosely causing the sausage to fall out during baking
- Not placing seam side down which causes the rolls to unravel and open up in the oven
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 290 calories, 11g protein, 22g carbs, 17g fat, 0g fiber.
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