Description
These festive pigs in a blanket are easy to make, perfect for gatherings, and guaranteed to be a hit with guests, offering a blend of comfort and creativity.
Ingredients
Dough and Sausages
- 1 can crescent dough or puff pastry (Crescent for a softer bite; puff for a flaky finish.)
- 24 mini smoked sausages or mini hot dogs (Can also use turkey or chicken minis.)
Flavor Enhancements
- 1 small egg (for wash) (For shine.)
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds or everything seasoning (For topping.)
- 1 tbsp melted butter (Optionally mixed with garlic and parsley.)
Optional Extras
- 2 sprigs rosemary (For garnish.)
- 1 block cheddar cheese (Thin slices for added flavor.)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (For inside the sausage.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (for crescent dough) or 400°F (for puff pastry).
- Unroll the dough and cut it into strips or triangles.
- Wrap each mini sausage starting from the wider end and leaving a peek of sausage at one end.
- Arrange the wrapped sausages in a circular wreath shape on a parchment-lined tray.
Baking
- Brush the wrapped sausages with the egg wash.
- Sprinkle with poppy seeds or everything seasoning.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and the sausages are sizzling.
- Decorate with rosemary sprigs and serve with mustard in the center.
Notes
These can be assembled up to 24 hours ahead and baked right before serving. For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food