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This nostalgic kid-approved recipe is on the table in only 20 minutes!
kid-approved dinner!
Homemade pigs in a blanket are the easiest appetizer/lunch/dinner idea you’ll ever make! The crescent dough makes these quick to put together for a meal with friends and family.
Best of all? They’re a hit with the entire fam making them a classic family dinner idea. I know my kids love them and I think yours will too!
Why you’ll love Pigs in a Blanket too
- GREAT ANYTIME! Not only are they great for dinner, but they also make a great after-school snack for kids to grab and eat when they run through the door (just like our Corn Dog Muffins).
- BEYOND SIMPLE. They take minutes to put together and are so simple that even the kids can make them on their own.
- FOR THE MASSES. We love to make these for parties, BBQs and even in addition to chili cook-offs since they are simple for making for a lot of people .
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 5 minutes
ASSEMBLE TIME: 15 minutes
- 1 (8-ounce) can refrigerated crescent rolls – or use 8 ounces of homemade Crescent Roll dough
- 8 hot dogs – Instead of plain hot dogs, use more savory brats such as Johnsonville Jalapeno Cheddar Brats, Better Cheddar, or Smoked Brats.
- 1 egg – an egg wash helps seal the edges and provides a crispier golden brown finish. It also helps the sesame seeds adhere to the top of the dough.
- 1 tablespoon water
- sesame seeds – adds a slightly nutty flavor and visually finishes off the dish.
How to Make Pigs in a Blanket
- PREP. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet and set aside.
- ASSEMBLE. Separate 1 (8-ounce) can crescent dough into triangles.
- Place one of the 8 hot dogs (patted dry) at the wide end of each triangle and roll up. Place on a prepared baking sheet.
- EGG WASH. In a small bowl, combine 1 egg and 1 tablespoon water. Brush egg wash over the tops of the rolls. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and press gently into rolls.
- BAKE. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve on their own or with one of your favorite dipping sauces like classic ketchup and mustard or Honey Mustard, BBQ Sauce, or Fry Sauce, and enjoy!!
PRO TIP: Make them mini:
- Serve mini pigs in a blanket as appetizers or sides.
- Cut crescent roll dough into 1½-inch squares.
- Wrap little smokies or cut pieces of hot dog in the dough, brush with egg wash, and cook for about 12 minutes at 375°F
Complete the Meal
- SIDE DISHES: French Fries, Fruit Salad Recipe, Fried Zucchini
- DESSERTS: Homemade Brownies, Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies, Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
- More kid-friendly meals: Homemade Hamburger Helper, Copycat Chick Fil A Nuggets, Best Hamburger Recipe
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Pigs in a Blanket
Both kids and adults will love these quick and simple pigs in a blanket. This nostalgic recipe is on the table in 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) can refrigerated crescent rolls
- 8 hot dogs
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon water
- sesame seeds, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet and set aside.
- Separate 1 (8-ounce) can crescent dough into triangles.
- Place one of the 8 hot dogs (patted dry) at the wide end of each triangle and roll up. Place on a prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, combine 1 egg and 1 tablespoon water. Brush egg wash over the tops of the rolls. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and press gently into rolls.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve on their own or with one of your favorite dipping sauces like classic ketchup and mustard or Honey Mustard, BBQ Sauce, or Fry Sauce, and enjoy!!
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Notes
Make ’em mini. Cut puff pastry or a full sheet of crescent roll dough into 1½-inch squares. Wrap little smokies or cut pieces of hot dog in the dough, brush with egg wash, and bake as directed above.
Prep ahead of time. Roll the crescent dough around the hot dogs and put them onto a baking sheet. Wrap with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat. Bake at 350°F for 4-5 minutes or until warm throughout!
Nutrition
Serving: 1dog, Calories: 119kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 0.003g, Cholesterol: 41mg, Sodium: 317mg, Potassium: 73mg, Sugar: 0.03g, Vitamin A: 30IU, Vitamin C: 0.04mg, Calcium: 14mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
What are some variations?
- Cheese. Make a slit in the hot dog and add a strip of cheese to each hot dog, or wrap slices of cheese around the dog before wrapping it in the dough. Use American cheese, cheddar cheese, provolone, pepper jack, or mozzarella.
- Bacon. Add crispy Bacon in the Oven! Place the cooked bacon strip on top of the hot dog. Then roll up the crescent dough and bake as directed.
- Dough. I like the flakiness of crescent dough, but you can use any type of biscuit dough.
- Topping. Aside from sesame seeds, add garlic butter, or bagel seasoning if desired.
How many to make?
- Plan for about 1-2 per person. If making mini pigs in a blanket, plan for about 4-6 per person.
How to store pigs in a blanket?
- Place leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- To reheat. Bake at 350°F for 4-5 minutes or until heated through!
Wow! there are some foods that take you right back to childhood. Pigs in a blanket are one of those. My oldest is 13 and ive never made them for my own kids. YOur recipe was perfect to use on a busY night and the kids loved them.
These make the perfect appetizer! So tasty!
We make these all the time!!! my family loves them!!!
So excited to find this recipe. I would get so excited when they served pigs in a blanket at school. Its always been a favorite. Now I can make them at home.
Who doesn’t love these??? We love adding cheese!
THis is one of my kids favorite meals! They are always excited when I make them.
Mt kids love these! These are always a crowd pleaser!
So fun to make and so tasty!
We love pigs in a blanket!! They are a fun alternative to plain hot dogs. Love the idea of sesame seeds on top!
Very good idea! i will make it myself for my wife
Thank you 🙂 Hope she likes it!!