Classic Pigs in a Blanket
These crescent-wrapped mini pigs in a blanket bake up golden and crisp, and they never last long on a party table. The smart cut and seam-down roll keeps every bite tidy, so trays travel well, hold on warm, and reheat clean without getting soggy.
Make one pan or three, then serve with mustard, ketchup, or warm cheese dip and watch them disappear fast.
Why These Work
- Thin dough strips wrap tight and bake crisp.
- Seam side down keeps rolls sealed and tidy.
- Hot oven browns the dough while mini sausages heat through.
- Parchment helps the bottoms stay crisp.
For a full party spread, these pigs in a blanket pair nicely with other finger foods such as my Ham and Swiss Sliders, Cowboy Caviar, Street Corn Cups, and Beer Cheese Dip. You may even want to make these for an easy sheet pan dinner.
Ingredient Highlights
- Crescent roll dough: 8-count can; cut each triangle into 3 strips.
- Mini hot dogs or cocktail sausages: classic, smoked, or cheese-filled.
- Finish options: egg wash, sesame, poppy, everything seasoning, coarse salt.
- Serve with mustard, ketchup, or any of your favorite party dips.
Directions
- Heat oven to 375°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment.
- Unroll dough. Separate into 8 triangles. Cut each lengthwise into 3 thin triangles (24 total).
- Place a mini dog on the wide end. Roll to the tip and set seam side down. Repeat.
- Optional: brush with egg wash and sprinkle seeds or salt.
- Bake 15 to 20 minutes until deep golden and centers reach 165°F.
- Rest 2 minutes. Move to a platter and serve with dips.
Top Tips
- Keep dough cold so it cuts and wraps cleanly.
- Do not crowd the pan. Space means crispy and golden.
- Baking two pans: swap racks halfway for even browning.
- Finish hot with a quick garlic-butter swipe for extra flavor.
Variations
- Cheesy: add a thin cheddar ribbon before rolling.
- Everything Bagel: egg wash with everything bagel seasoning.
- Pretzel Style: brush with baking soda solution, sprinkle coarse salt, bake.
- Spicy: dust with cayenne or serve with hot honey mustard.
Storage And Make Ahead Tips
- Assemble up to 2 hours ahead of time, cover and refrigerate.
- Bake just before serving.
- Leftovers keep up to 3 days, covered, in the refrigerator.
- Reheat at 250°F, covered with foil, until warm. Recrisp at 350°F, if needed.
FAQs
Can I Air Fry These?
Yes. 350°F for 7–10 minutes in a single layer; check early and rotate as needed.
How Do I Keep The Bottoms Crisp?
Use parchment, leave space, and bake on the center rack. For two pans, place one on an upper rack and one on a lower rack. Rotate pans between racks halfway through cooking.
Can I use hot dogs for pigs in a blanket?
Yes. Cut regular-sized hot dogs into quarters. The taste will be milder, which may be a good option for kids.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, up to 2 hours ahead of time. Assemble the pigs in a blanket, cover and refrigerate. Bake just before serving.
Pigs in a Blanket
Ingredients
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent rolls (8 Count) (8 Count) Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls
- 24 cocktail-size smoked link sausages or hot dogs (from a 14-oz package)
- Poppy seeds optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Unroll can of the dough and separate into 8 triangles. Cut each triangle lengthwise into 3 narrow triangles.
- Place sausage crosswise on widest end of a dough triangle, and roll up toward opposite point. Place point side down on parchment lined sheet pan. Repeat with remaining sausage and dough triangles. Sprinkle with poppy seeds, if using.
- Bake 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and the inside reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Transfer your pigs in a blanket to a serving platter. Serve with dipping sauces.
Cooks Tips
- Seasonings: Brush tops with an egg wash and sprinkle coarse salt, everything bagel seasoning, or sesame seeds to give these crescent roll hot dogs an extra boost of flavor.
- Garlic Butter: A slathering of garlic butter after they come out of the oven can take them in a totally different direction.
- Shredded Cheese: Sprinkle on some shredded Parmesan or cheddar cheese before baking your mini pigs in a blanket.
