Nothing beats the nostalgic comfort of homemade pigs in a blanket fresh from the oven. These golden, buttery bites take me back to childhood game days when my mom would make batch after batch for our family gatherings.
The combination of flaky crescent rolls wrapped around savory cocktail sausages creates pure magic that both kids and adults absolutely devour. Ready to create some serious comfort food memories in your own kitchen?
Why These Pigs in a Blanket Will Be Your New Go-To
These pigs in a blanket aren't just another appetizer, they're the ultimate crowd-pleasing comfort food that transforms any gathering into something special. What makes them absolutely irresistible is their perfect balance of buttery, flaky crescent rolls and savory cocktail sausages that create bite-sized perfection.
They're incredibly versatile too, working beautifully as breakfast pigs in a blanket for brunch or as the star appetizer for any celebration. The best part? They come together so quickly with just a few simple ingredients, yet they deliver restaurant-quality flavor that'll have everyone asking for the recipe.
What You'll Need for Perfect Pigs in a Blanket
These simple ingredients create the most satisfying comfort food bites you'll ever make. I love how everything comes together with pantry-friendly basics that most families already have on hand.
Essential Ingredients
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent rolls, 8 count per can
- 1 package (14 oz) cocktail sausages
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon flaked sea salt, optional for topping
Optional Flavor Boosters
You can brush with garlic butter instead of plain butter for extra flavor, or sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning for a fun twist. Some folks love adding a thin slice of cheese before rolling.
These pigs in a blanket are super easy, full steps are in the recipe card.
How to Make Pigs in a Blanket
Making these pigs in a blanket crescent rolls is honestly one of the easiest recipes you'll ever master. The key is working gently with the dough and keeping everything evenly sized for perfect baking.
Prep Your Workspace
Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
Prepare the Crescent Dough
Remove the crescent rolls from packaging and gently unroll them, keeping the perforated sheet intact. Press over the seams lightly to form one continuous sheet of pigs in a blanket dough.
Cut Into Triangles
Use a pizza wheel to slice the crescent sheet into four sections, then cut each section into 7 triangles. Don't worry about perfection, approximate triangles work just fine for these mini pigs in a blanket.
Quick Question: How long do you leave pigs in the blanket in the oven? Bake for 15 minutes at 375°F until the crescent rolls are puffed and golden brown. Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes to prevent over-browning.
Wrap and Arrange
Place one cocktail sausage aligned with the wide end of each triangle. Roll up the sausage tightly to form a small crescent roll surrounding the sausage. Arrange your prepared pigs in a blanket on the baking sheet with space between each one.
Add Finishing Touches
Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with flaked salt if desired. This creates that beautiful golden color and adds incredible flavor to your breakfast pigs in a blanket.
Bake to Perfection
Bake for 15 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Serve immediately while hot with your favorite pigs in a blanket dipping sauce options like ketchup, mustard, or honey mustard.
Aliana's Pro Kitchen Tips
- The secret to perfect pigs in a blanket lies in handling the crescent dough gently and not overstretching it.
- I learned this trick from years of making these for school events and family parties.
- Always let the crescent rolls come to room temperature for about 10 minutes before unrolling, this prevents tearing.
- Also, don't skip the butter brush! It's what gives you that gorgeous golden color and adds so much flavor.
- If you're making these ahead for a party, you can assemble them completely and refrigerate for up to 4 hours before baking.
- I always make a double batch because they disappear so quickly.
- One more tip: use a timer! These little beauties can go from golden to overdone very quickly in the last few minutes.
Easy Swaps and Variations
Transform these pigs in a blanket with different sausage varieties like turkey cocktail sausages or even mini breakfast sausages for morning gatherings. Try pigs in a blanket puff pastry for an extra flaky texture, or make mummy pigs in a blanket for Halloween by leaving strips of dough unwrapped.
Storage and Serving Guide
Store leftover pigs in a blanket covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes to restore their crispy exterior. These also freeze beautifully, either baked or unbaked. For meal prep, freeze unbaked ones on a tray, then transfer to bags for up to 2 months.
What Goes Great With Pigs in a Blanket
These pigs in a blanket pair perfectly with classic game day sides like potato chips, mac and cheese, or coleslaw. For breakfast gatherings, serve them alongside scrambled eggs and fresh fruit. I love setting up a dipping sauce station with ketchup, mustard, barbecue sauce, and honey mustard for variety.
Common Questions About Pigs in a Blanket
What are the original pigs in a blanket?
The original pigs in a blanket recipe traditionally uses cocktail sausages wrapped in crescent roll dough or pastry, creating bite-sized appetizers perfect for parties and gatherings.
How long do you leave pigs in the blanket in the oven?
Bake pigs in a blanket for 15 minutes at 375°F until the crescent rolls are puffed and golden brown. Watch closely during the last few minutes to prevent over-browning.
Why do they call them pigs in a blanket?
They're called pigs in a blanket because the sausages (pigs) are wrapped or covered in dough (the blanket), creating a cozy, wrapped appearance that resembles the name.
What do you need for pigs in a blanket?
You need crescent roll dough, cocktail sausages, melted butter, and optional salt. That's it! This simple combination creates delicious appetizers perfect for any occasion.
More Delicious Ideas You'll Love
If you're looking for more crowd-pleasing appetizers that bring comfort food vibes, these favorites never fail to impress and use simple ingredients:
Italian Sliders Recipe - Savory mini sandwiches perfect for parties and game day Pineapple Stuffing Recipe - Sweet and savory side dish that's holiday table perfection
Frozen Hash Browns in Air Fryer - Crispy breakfast potatoes ready in minutes
Want more easy breakfast recipes? These pigs in a blanket are comforting, family-friendly, and always a hit.
Tried this recipe? Tag me on Pinterest @AlianaRecipes — I'd love to see your twist on it!
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Pairing
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Pigs in a Blanket With Crescent Rolls
Equipment
- 1 Large baking sheet To bake the pigs in a blanket
- 1 Parchment paper To line baking sheet and prevent sticking
- 1 Pizza wheel or knife To cut crescent dough into triangles
- 1 Pastry brush To brush melted butter on tops
Ingredients
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent rolls - 8 count per can
- 1 package (14 oz) cocktail sausages
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter - melted
- 1 teaspoon flaked sea salt - optional for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
- Remove the crescent rolls from packaging and gently unroll them, keeping the perforated sheet intact. Press over the seams lightly to form one continuous sheet of dough.
- Use a pizza wheel to slice the crescent sheet into four sections, then cut each section into 7 triangles. Don't worry about perfection, approximate triangles work just fine.
- Place one cocktail sausage aligned with the wide end of each triangle. Roll up the sausage tightly to form a small crescent roll surrounding the sausage. Arrange on the baking sheet with space between each one.
- Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with flaked salt if desired. This creates that beautiful golden color and adds incredible flavor.
- Bake for 15 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Serve immediately while hot with your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup, mustard, or honey mustard.
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