Pigs in a Blanket are hotdogs wrapped in warm, baked buttery pastry. They are one of the easiest comfort and party foods to make using a variety of cheese, refrigerated crescent rolls, and everything bagel spice.
Loveable and Fun Pigs in a Blanket
Pigs in a blanket are a classic, easy appetizer that everyone loves. Follow these simple steps to create the perfect pigs in a blanket for any occasion. You can whip up a batch of these delicious lunch and snack party dogs in minutes. They are perfect for Super Bowl Sunday, movie night, kids’ parties, and cocktail parties. I love to serve the mini dogs as appetizers at my parties with hot shrimp dip, easy taco dip, and potato skins. They are so easy that even the kids can help with rolling them.
Recipe Tips
- You can find crescent roll dough in the refrigerator section of your local grocery store. You can also make these with puff pastry, but you must cut it into triangles.
- For fun, mix up the cheeses. I used cheddar and Pepper Jack cheese, but you could use provolone, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, sharp cheddar, or American cheese.
- Lil smokies come in different count packages depending on the brand. Some are 42, 40, and 35 count; therefore, you might have extra crescent dough. If you track it as you move along, you can cut the last few rolls in half instead of thirds and roll the remaining mini dogs up in them.
- These can be prepped up to 2 hours in advance, placed on parchment-covered baking sheets, tightly covered with plastic wrap, and put in the refrigerator.
Mini Pigs in a Blanket Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 packages crescent roll dough see notes
- 1 package mini hotdogs also known as lil smokies see notes
- 2-3 slices cheese cheddar, Pepper Jack, provolone, American, Monterey Jack or Colby Jack
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cover 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Pat the hotdogs dry. Cut a slit in the hotdogs that you want to add cheese to. The slit should be fairly deep but not go through to the bottom. Add a small sliver of cheese.
- Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, divide each crescent roll into thirds, making three long, thin triangles. Place one mini dog on the widest part of each triangle and roll up towards the point. Place on prepared baking sheets seam side down.
- Beat the egg and water together thoroughly. Lightly brush over the crescent roll portion of the pigs in a blanket being careful not to let it puddle up around them. If desired. sprinkle with everything bagel spice.
- Bake 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- You can find crescent roll dough in the refrigerator section of your local grocery store. You can also make these with puff pastry, but you must cut it into triangles.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes or until warm.
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Catherine Shane Cabuhat
This pigs in a blanket recipe is delicious and easy to make. It was a real blockbuster with the family! Thanks for the recipe
Nikki
We loved these pigs and blankets. They were so easy to make and very tasty!
Mel
The kids loved these. They just could not get enough of them. Thanks for the new hit with the kids.
Kristy
Great pigs in a blanket recipe. I had a little party and everyone loved them! We will make them again.
Barbie Ritzman
Pigs in a blanket are a classic! Adding a twist to them sounds like a fun, yummy idea.
Marysa
I’ve never had these or made them. Sounds like a fun appetizer to put together! Perfect for our summertime get togethers.
Debbie
I love pigs in a blanket and this recipe looks so easy! Looking forward to making these for an upcoming summer cookout.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Debbie! Enjoy!
Pedja
This was one of my favorite meals before I got stomach problems. But the kids love it also! Thanks for sharing!
joy
We make this recipe all the time. It is easy and delicious!
Stephanie
I’m really not a hot dog person, but actually love Pigs in a Blanket. I never thought about putting everything bagel seasoning on them before.
Elise Ho
The seeds on top make it extra fancy. WE were always basic.
Maureen
My son loves these! And I have to admit, I do too. They are such an easy tasty classic that can be served any time of the day. I love that it’s really simple to make as well!
Jill
The everything bagel seasoning was such a nice addition. Loved these!
Teodora Grujic
Great idea for my daughter’s birthday party, thanks!
Tara
These look so good! They are such a favorite with my kids. I especially love the addition of Everything Bagel Seasoning for even more flavor. Yum!
Jessica Formicola
My kids love pigs in a blanket! We will definitely be making these for dinner one night this week!