Pigs in a blanket

Here’s a detailed, step-by-step pigs in a blanket recipe, written so you can follow it even if you’re half-hungry and distracted.

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 Pigs in a Blanket (Classic Oven Version)

⏱ Time

• Prep: 10–15 minutes

• Bake: 12–15 minutes

• Total: ~25–30 minutes

🍽 Makes

• About 24 pieces (depends on sausage size)

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🛒 Ingredients

• 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8-count can)

• 1 package cocktail sausages / mini hot dogs (about 12 oz)

• 1 large egg (for egg wash – optional but recommended)

• 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)

Optional toppings

• Everything bagel seasoning

• Sesame seeds

• Poppy seeds

• Shredded cheddar (inside the dough)

For serving

• Ketchup

• Mustard

• Honey mustard

• BBQ sauce

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🔥 Step-by-Step Directions

1. Preheat the oven

• Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.

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2. Prepare the sausages

• If your cocktail sausages are packed in liquid, drain and pat them dry with a paper towel.

  • This helps the dough bake properly and not get soggy.

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3. Prepare the dough

• Open the crescent roll can and unroll the dough onto a clean surface.

• Separate it into the 8 triangles along the perforations.

• Cut each triangle lengthwise into 3 narrow strips.

  • You should end up with about 24 strips.

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4. Wrap the “pigs”

• Take one sausage and place it at the wide end of a dough strip.

• Roll the dough around the sausage, stretching slightly if needed.

• Make sure the seam is on the bottom so it doesn’t unroll while baking.

• Place it on the baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each one.

• Repeat until all sausages are wrapped.

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5. (Optional but great) Egg wash

• In a small bowl, whisk together:

  • 1 egg

  • 1 tablespoon water

• Lightly brush the tops of the dough with the egg wash.

  • This gives them that golden, bakery-style shine.

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6. Add toppings (optional)

• Sprinkle your choice of seasoning on top before baking.

• Don’t overdo it—just a light sprinkle.

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7. Bake

• Place the baking sheet on the middle rack of the oven.

• Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until:

  • The dough is puffed and golden brown

  • The bottoms are lightly browned

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8. Cool slightly & serve

• Remove from oven and let them cool for 3–5 minutes.

• Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

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🔥 Pro Tips

• If the bottoms brown too fast, move the tray to a higher rack halfway through.

• Want extra cheesy? Add a small pinch of shredded cheese before rolling.

• Feeding a crowd? Double the recipe—these disappear fast