Mini Pigs Blanket Snack (Print page)

Flaky dough wrapped sausages served with a tangy honey mustard dip for a flavorful snack.

# What You Need:

→ Mini Pigs in a Blanket

01 - 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
02 - 24 cocktail sausages
03 - 1 large egg, beaten
04 - 1 tablespoon sesame or poppy seeds, optional

→ Dipping Sauce

05 - 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
06 - 2 tablespoons honey
07 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
09 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into triangles. Cut each triangle into 3 smaller strips, creating 24 strips total.
03 - Wrap each cocktail sausage with one dough strip, rolling from one end until fully enclosed. Place seam-side down on prepared baking sheet.
04 - Brush the tops of wrapped sausages with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired.
05 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
06 - While sausages bake, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
07 - Transfer warm mini pigs in a blanket to a serving plate. Serve with dipping sauce alongside.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect for parties, game day, or casual entertaining with minimal effort
  • Uses simple, readily available ingredients like crescent roll dough and cocktail sausages
  • The homemade honey mustard dipping sauce elevates the classic combination
  • Kid-friendly and universally loved by guests of all ages
  • Easily customizable with different seasonings, seeds, or vegetarian alternatives
02 -
  • Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough strips evenly for uniform baking
  • Don't overfill the baking sheet—leave space between each piece for proper air circulation
  • Make the dipping sauce ahead of time and refrigerate to let the flavors meld together
  • If the dough becomes too warm and sticky while working, pop it back in the refrigerator for a few minutes
  • Check product labels on sausages for allergens like soy if you have specific dietary concerns
  • Leftover pigs in a blanket can be reheated in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes to restore crispiness
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