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These pigs in a blanket are a beloved appetizer featuring juicy hot dogs wrapped in flaky crescent dough baked to a golden perfection. They come together quickly, making them ideal for parties, game days, or simple family snacks. Whether served as bitesized snacks or generously sized portions, these treats never fail to please both kids and adults alike.
I remember making these for a family game night and everyone was asking for seconds. They are truly a crowdpleaser that brings a little extra fun to any gathering.
Ingredients
- Hot dogs: choose your preferred brand and size I love using extralarge ones from Costco cut into smaller pieces for perfect bitesized portions
- Crescent roll dough: Pillsbury crescent roll dough works great for its flakiness and buttery taste pick the freshest refrigerated package for best texture
- Egg: used for the egg wash to give that shiny golden crust that also helps toppings stick
- Seasonings: flaky sea salt or everything bagel seasoning add nice flavor and texture feel free to get creative with garlic powder or parmesan
- Dipping sauces: ketchup mustard honey mustard or warm cheese sauce enhance the experience and cater to all tastes
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven:
- Set the oven to 190 degrees Celsius. This ensures the dough bakes evenly and crisps up beautifully.
- Prepare the Crescent Dough:
- Open the can carefully and gently unroll the crescent rolls on a clean surface. Separate the dough along the perforation lines into eight triangles which is the perfect size for wrapping.
- Assemble the Hot Dogs:
- If using large hot dogs cut them into thirds about 5 to 7 centimetres each for bitesized snacks. For cocktailsized ones cut the crescent dough triangles into smaller triangles. Lay one piece of hot dog at the wide end of the dough triangle and roll it up towards the tip tucking the edges neatly to avoid unrolling during baking.
- Egg Wash and Season:
- Beat an egg lightly and brush the tops of the rolled dough with the egg wash. This step creates a beautifully golden crust. Sprinkle your chosen seasonings generously over each roll for additional flavor and crunch.
- Bake:
- Place the prepared pigs in a blanket on a parchmentlined baking tray. Bake for about 12 to 15 minutes until the dough is golden brown and cooked through. If using extralarge hot dogs you may want to extend the time slightly up to 18 minutes.
- Serve Hot:
- Let the pigs in a blanket cool for a few minutes then serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
I love how the flaky crescent dough envelopes the juicy hot dogs creating a contrast in texture that always delights my family. One memorable moment was when my children decorated the dough with sesame seeds and kept telling me how the little seeds made them "extra tasty." It’s funny how the simplest ingredients can create such joyful moments around the table.
Storage Tips
Place any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days. To reheat warm them in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius for about 5 to 7 minutes to keep the dough crispy instead of soggy.
Ingredient Substitutions
Feel free to swap crescent dough with puff pastry for a slightly different texture or use biscuit dough for a more buttery flaky bite. Hot dogs can be replaced with mini sausages veggie dogs or spicy sausage for variety.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with mustard ketchup honey mustard or melted cheese sauce for dipping. They also pair wonderfully with a simple green salad or some roasted vegetables to create a more balanced appetizer or small meal.
These pigs in a blanket are quick to make and always popular. Serve them warm for best flavor.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Peut-on utiliser d'autres types de saucisses ?
Oui, toutes sortes de saucisses conviennent : mini-saucisses cocktail, saucisses épicées, ou même des options de volaille.
- → Quelles alternatives à la pâte croissante peut-on utiliser ?
La pâte feuilletée, la pâte à pizza, la pâte à bretzel ou la pâte à biscuit font d'excellents substituts selon vos préférences.
- → Peut-on préparer ces bouchées à l’avance ?
Oui, il est possible de les assembler puis de les conserver au réfrigérateur jusqu’à un jour avant cuisson. Appliquez la dorure d’œuf avant de les enfourner.
- → Comment les garder au chaud lors d’un événement ?
Un plateau chauffant ou une mijoteuse à basse température permettent de conserver leur chaleur sans les dessécher.
- → Peut-on congeler ces bouchées après préparation ?
Oui, laissez-les refroidir, placez-les dans un contenant hermétique ou un sac congélation puis réchauffez-les au four pour retrouver leur croustillant.