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This nostalgic kid-approved recipe is on the table in only 20 minutes!

Pigs in a Blanket on white dish served with a side of ketchup.
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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

Hot dogs in packaging.
  • 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

  1. PREP. Preheat the oven to 375ยฐF. Lightly grease a baking sheet and set aside.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. BAKE. Bake for 12โ€“15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Serve mini pigs in a blanket as appetizers or sides.
    • Cut crescent roll dough into 1ยฝ-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 375ยฐF
Mini Pigs in a blanket.
5 from 181 votes

Pigs in a Blanket

By: Lil’ Luna
Both kids and adults will love these quick and simple pigs in a blanket. This nostalgic recipe is on the table in 20 minutes!
Servings: 8 dogs
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 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 375ยฐF. Lightly grease a baking sheet and set aside.
  • Separate 1ย (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 12โ€“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.ย Cut puff pastry or a full sheet of crescent roll dough into 1ยฝ-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 350ยฐF 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

  • 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.
  • Plan for about 1-2 per person. If making mini pigs in a blanket, plan for about 4-6 per person.
  • Place leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
    • To reheat. Bake at 350ยฐF for 4-5 minutes or until heated through!

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About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and Iโ€™m the mom of SIX stinkinโ€™ cute kids and the wife to my smokinโ€™ hot hubby, Lo. My momโ€™s maiden name is Luna, and Iโ€™m one of the many crafty โ€œLilโ€™ Lunasโ€ in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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41 Comments

  1. Shari Griffith says:

    5 stars
    It’s funny how fast my family gobbled these up! I need to double the recipe next time!

  2. Allyssa says:

    5 stars
    Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe! Will surely have this again! It’s really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!

  3. Jennifer says:

    5 stars
    Love these!! & my kids do too! Going to be making these more often!

  4. Andrea says:

    5 stars
    We make these all the time!! The kids love it and we pair it with chili or something and letโ€™s be honest, the adults love it too!!

  5. Betsy says:

    5 stars
    These are so good! And so easy! My kids love making these! And they love eating them… ๐Ÿ˜€

  6. Beth says:

    5 stars
    We love these for a quick and easy lunch! So delicious and very tasty! My teens love helping make these. Definitely making these again!

  7. Lily says:

    5 stars
    Classic!! Thank you for an awesome recipe, these were the perfect post-school snack for the kiddos, they loved them!!

  8. Sheryl says:

    Hi! If I prep it the night before, do I brush the egg and water before baking it the next day? Or brush it before putting it in the refrigerator? Thanks!

    1. LilLunaTeam says:

      I would brush the egg and water before baking it the next day. ๐Ÿ™‚

  9. Doris Lindsay says:

    5 stars
    WILL MAKE THIS …MAKING ME HUNGRY TY LIL’ LUNA

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      Let me know what you think! Enjoy!

  10. Misty says:

    5 stars
    These are great to make when all the neighborhood kids come over. They all love them! its funny how they like the little ones;)