Pigs in a Blanket
These Pigs in a Blanket have golden crescent dough wrapped around cocktail sausages that have a irresistibly crispy outside and juicy, savory bite inside. There’s nothing quite like pulling a tray of golden, puffed crescent dough out of the oven and catching that first whiff of buttery pastry wrapped around a snappy little sausage, it’s the smell of instant party mode.

They’re endlessly crowd-pleasing, whether you’re serving them at a game day spread, a holiday party, or just a fun family snack night. Best of all, this recipe makes a generous 24 pieces, so there’s plenty to go around (though don’t be surprised if they disappear in minutes).
Helpful Tips
- Pat the sausages dry: If your cocktail sausages or little smokies came packed in liquid, blot them with a paper towel first so the dough can seal around them properly instead of sliding off during baking.
- Don’t skip the egg wash: Brushing on that beaten egg is what gives these their gorgeous golden-brown shine, so make sure you coat the tops evenly for the best bakery-style finish.
- Watch them closely near the end: Ovens vary, so start checking at the 13-minute mark. You want the dough puffed and deeply golden, but pull them before the tips start to overbrown.
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Pigs in a Blanket
Ingredients
- 1 package Lit'l Smokies or cocktail sausages, 12 ounces
- 1 package refrigerated crescent dough 8 ounces
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon water
- sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove crescent rolls from the package and separate them into 8 triangles. Use a sharp knife or pizza wheel to cut each triangle into 3 smaller triangles, for 24 pieces.
- Place a sausage on the wide end. Then starting at the wide end, roll the dough. Place them on the baking sheet.
- Beat the egg with the water in a small bowl. Brush it onto the tops of the rolls.
- Sprinkle the tops with sesame seeds.
- Bake until the dough is puffed and golden brown, 13 to 15 minutes. Serve warm with mustard, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce.

