Easy Pigs in a Blanket Recipe - Emmandi's Kitchen (2024)

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Pigs in a blanket are so fun, quick, easy to make, and delicious! Made with just 4 simple ingredients and in under 30 minutes, these homemade pigs in a blanket are the perfect appetizer or a snack to munch on. The recipe starts with hot dogs snuggled in flaky, buttery biscuits, brushed with an egg wash, sprinkled with everything but the bagel seasoning, and baked to a puffy golden brown.

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Pigs in a blanket are the ultimate appetizer and party finger food. They are so quick and easy to make and are both kids-approved and adult-approved. They are perfect for any occasion – get-togethers, birthday parties, tailgating, picnics, or just a quick and easy dinner or appetizer on a busy weeknight.

You can make these in no time! They are ready in under 30 minutes and are also perfect to make ahead of time! We usually make a bigger batch and enjoy them for a couple of days as breakfast or a snack. My kids love helping me make these and they are one of their favorite after-school snacks. I always try to keep the ingredients on hand and we make these often. They are so convenient to pack in school lunches or for a homemade car ride snack.

I always try to come up with fun ideas for after-school snacks. Both my kiddos are in sports after school, so we do not eat dinner after they come home from school. They would instead grab a quick snack and then we eat dinner after they are done with their activities. So, these pigs in the blanket are one of my go-to snacks for them because they are easy to pack in a zip-lock bag or grab on the go.

Why you will love making these quick and easy pigs in a blanket recipe

Kids-approved – Pigs in a blanket are truly loved by most kids and are one of the most kid-friendly snacks. Even the pickiest eaters are usually willing to eat hot dogs.

Quick and easy to make – Using pre-made dough (Pillsbury flaky biscuits) makes this recipe simple and quick and easy to make. The prep work is minimal, and they come together and cook fast.

Versatile – These can be made with regular hot dogs or mini cocktail sausages. You can also use breakfast sausage or even meatballs and wrap them in the flaky dough. I prefer to use Pillsbury flaky buttery biscuits, but these can also be made with Pillsbury crescent rolls.

Ingredients

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  • Pillsbury flaky layers of buttery biscuits
  • Hot dogs – you can your favorite kind of hot dogs, or you can use mini cocktail sausages (Lil Smokies)
  • Egg – to baste the pigs in the blanket before baking them
  • Everything but the bagel seasoning – this popular seasoning works great for this recipe as it adds a really nice flavor and an extra crunch.

Serving suggestions

To serve these pigs in a blanket, dip them in your favorite dipping sauce. We love to dip them in ketchup, Dijon mustard, ranch, or salsa. These can be served as a main course with a pasta salad, potato salad (recipe linked below), or a green leafy salad on the side. For breakfast, serve them with a side of fruit.

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These salads go so well with my pigs in a blanket:

Quick and Easy Pasta Salad

Easy Potato Salad (European style)

How to make my homemade pigs in a blanket

Open the can of Pillsbury biscuits and let them rest at room temperature for 5 minutes. Cut the hot dogs in half. Place a hot dog half in a biscuit and close nicely pinching the corners.

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Line a baking sheet with foil and spray it with cooking oil spray. Arrange the pigs in a blanket on the baking sheet. Brush them with the egg wash (one beaten egg and a little bit of water), sprinkle with everything but the bagel seasoning, and bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes.

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Notes:

  • For one batch, I use one can of the refrigerated Pillsbury biscuits, and 4 hot dogs cut in half. But to be honest, we double the recipe every single time since these are a favorite snack in our house.
  • To freeze cooked pigs in a blanket, allow them to fully cool down first before placing them in an air-tight container or large zip-lock bag. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in the oven at 325 degrees F until warmed through.
  • To store leftovers, place the pigs in a blanket in an air-tight container or a zip-lock bag and keep them in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
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Easy Pigs in a Blanket Recipe

Pigs in a blanket are so fun, quick and easy, and delicious! Made with just 4 simple ingredients and in under 30 minutes, these homemade easy pigs in a blanket are the perfect appetizer finger food for any gathering or just to enjoy at home.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, Bulgarian, French

Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 2 cans of Pillsbury Grands! Flaky Layers Biscuits
  • 8 hot dogs
  • 1 egg beaten with a tablespoon of water
  • Everything but the bagel seasoning

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

  • Line a large baking sheet pan with aluminum foil and spray with a non-stick spray.

  • Open the cans of Pillsbury biscuits.

  • Cut the hot dogs in half.

  • Place a hot dog half in a biscuit and close nicely pinching the corners.

  • Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet.

  • To make the egg wash, crack the egg in a small mixing bowl and add 1 tablespoon of water. Beat gently with a fork or a small whisk until combined.

  • Brush the top of the pigs in a blanket with the egg wash.

  • Sprinkle each pig in a blanket with everything but the bagel seasoning.

  • Bake until golden brown and cooked through about 20 minutes.

  • Enjoy!

Keyword appetizers, finger food, hot dogs, littlesmokies, party food, pigs in a blanket

Easy Pigs in a Blanket Recipe - Emmandi's Kitchen (2024)

FAQs

What are the original pigs in a blanket made of? ›

Traditionally the sausage used is a cocktail-sized pork-based chipolata and the wrapping a streaky bacon, but variations include those using chorizo or chicken sausage, using sausages with added ingredients such as apples or chestnuts, using full-sized chipolatas, or using flavored or smoked bacon.

What is the best premade dough for pigs in a blanket? ›

Crescent Rolls: There's something very classic about crescent dough, so I tend to gravitate toward it, but puff pastry or even biscuit dough would work in this recipe.

Can you prep pigs in a blanket the night before? ›

These mini pigs in a blanket can easily be made ahead of time and heated up later for your convenience. We don't recommend freezing them prior to baking—you can choose to either assemble your crescent roll hot dogs a couple of hours before baking and store them in the fridge, or freeze them after baking.

How do you make pigs in a blanket not soggy? ›

How do you make pigs in a blanket not soggy? To prevent sogginess, pat the sausages dry with a paper towel before rolling them up.

What is the American version of pigs in a blanket? ›

In the United States the term "pigs in a blanket" typically refers to hot dogs in croissant dough, but may include Vienna sausages, cocktail or breakfast/link sausages baked inside biscuit dough or croissant dough.

What is the French version of pigs in a blanket? ›

Saucisses feuilletées – Pigs in a Blanket.

Should pigs in a blanket be served hot or cold? ›

Reheating Tips: Pop baked pigs in a blanket back into the oven at 350°F and bake for 8 to 10 minutes before serving. Serve Cold: Some people enjoy these pigs in a blanket served cold. Once they have been refrigerated they are not going to be as flaky or crispy. It's totally up to you if you want to serve them cold.

Are pigs in a blanket the same as kolaches? ›

A Lone Star State native living in Chicago insists that only small pastry squares filled with cooked fruit deserve that name. David Courtney, a.k.a. the Texanist, is a staff writer.

Are pigs in blankets healthy? ›

THEY can't boast the same health benefits that Brussels sprouts bring. But as one of the naughtier trimmings in a Christmas lunch, pigs in blankets are not quite as bad as you might fear. Research has found that British sausages are less likely to be linked to bowel cancer risk than other processed meats.

How many pigs are in a blanket per person? ›

Pro Tip: plan for about 4-6 of these little bites per person – yes, they are that delicious!

How long do you leave pigs in the blanket in the oven? ›

Place 1 sausage on the wide end of triangle and roll towards the point. Place wrapped sausage point side down on baking sheet. Repeat with remaining sausages. Bake 9-10 minutes until golden brown.

Can I use a crockpot to keep pigs in a blanket warm? ›

Pigs in a Blanket Tips

While pigs in a blanket don't often last long at a party, it's always good to be prepared. Keep your piggies warm by serving them in a chafing dish, or arranging them in an uncovered slow cooker set to the “Keep Warm” setting for best results.

Can I leave cooked pigs in a blanket out overnight? ›

Cooked pigs in a blanket can sit out at room temperature for up to 2 hours. After that, they should be refrigerated and reheated before serving.

How long will cooked pigs in blankets last? ›

Pigs in blankets

This stops them from being contaminated by other food, and is a good food safety rule to apply to any cooked leftovers. Pigs in blankets should be eaten within three days.

Is pig in a blanket an actual pig? ›

A pig in a blanket is a sausage (originally a pork sausage, hence the “pig”) wrapped in either a pancake, biscuit dough, or a crescent-style piece of pastry (you guessed it, that's the “blanket”).

What are the origins of pigs in blankets? ›

Pigs in blankets are thought to have originated from Czechoslovakia or Germany but first appeared in print in the Cooking for Kids cookbook, published by U.S food firm Betty Crocker in 1957.

Do pigs in a blanket have pork? ›

Pigs in blankets are so called because they are made from pigs (sausages) and wrapped up in a 'blanket'. It's worth noting that 'pig in a blanket' means something different in the US, where it refers to a cocktail sausage wrapped in croissant-style pastry.

What material did the three little pigs use? ›

In the story of the Three Little Pigs, the three pigs build their houses out of different materials. One builds his house of straw, one builds his house of sticks, and one builds his house of bricks.

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