Pigs in a Blanket (Plus VIDEO)

Pigs in a Blanket are crowd-pleasing bite-sized treats made of sausage rolls rolled in a crescent roll dough and brushed with a special sauce. Then they’re baked to perfection until puffy and golden. They make a fun-tastic party appetizer or game day food perfect for all ages. Serve it with my homemade honey mustard sauce for a whole new level of snacking experience!

Contents… Super Easy Pigs in a Blanket Recipe Homemade Honey Mustard Sauce What Goes with Honey Mustard Sauce? Mini Crescent Dogs Recipe Ingredients Recipe Variation Tips and Tricks Pigs in a Blanket Serving and Storage Instructions FAQs What to Goes Well with Pigs in a Blanket More Fantastic Appetizers to Try How to Make Pigs in a Blanket Watch How To Make It

One of my all-time favorite party appetizers and game day food are these Pigs in a Blanket. They are always a huge hit! Especially when you serve them with my homemade honey mustard sauce. Certainly, one of the simplest and tastiest appetizers you’ll ever make! 😉

Super Easy Pigs in a Blanket Recipe

These homemade pigs in a blanket are SUPER easy to make. In fact, they are easier than these Beef Sausage Rolls here. It’s made with two ingredients and as easy as rolling the sausage up in crescent dough and popping them in the oven. As simple as 1-2-3!

However, this version is extra special because I brushed them with seasoned buttery egg wash and sprinkled them with my homemade Everything Bagel Seasoning. Thus, resulting in more savory goodness in every bite.

Homemade Honey Mustard Sauce

It’s so simple to make in only 5 minutes. Simply mix all the ingredients thoroughly in a large bowl, and you’re good to go.

This honey mustard sauce is creamy, smooth, and sweetly spicy with a sharp, complex edge that goes perfectly with almost anything! For best results, let it sit first in the fridge at least an hour before serving.

What Goes with Honey Mustard Sauce?

You’d be surprised how versatile this honey mustard sauce is. Aside from being the go-to dipping sauce for our Pigs in a Blanket, you can also use this as a salad dressing. It also pairs well with other scrumptious appetizers such as French fries, chicken nuggets, chicken tenders, sausage balls, meatballs, and even pretzels. Try it with steamed or roasted veggies, too, to make them more enjoyable. Oh yes!

Mini Crescent Dogs Recipe Ingredients

Who would have thought you could make fancy appetizers with store-bought crescent dough and some sausages? Simply amazing, indeed! And, of course, these babies wouldn’t be complete without this sweet and spicy Homemade Honey Mustard Sauce on the side. YUM!

• Crescent Rolls – We can quickly whip up this awesome appetizer without breaking a sweat, thanks to premade crescent rolls. Whew! But you can also make them from scratch using my Homemade Crescent Rolls recipe here. 😉
• Cocktail Sausage – Choose your favorite cocktail sausage or hotdog to get the best crescent dogs experience. You can also use the ones with cheese for a more delightful snacking experience.

Brushing Sauce

• Unsalted Butter – So, instead of the usual egg wash, I made a special sauce with a butter base. Not only does it adds buttery goodness to our fancy pigs in a blanket, but it also adds a lovely glossy finish.
• Honey – I opted for honey because I want my sauce to have a silky smooth finish. But, of course, you can also use granulated or brown sugar for this recipe. Maple syrup also works well.
• Onions – I just love the natural sweetness of minced onions as they caramelize together with butter. You may try it with minced garlic, too. Yum!
• Dijon Mustard – This yellow sauce adds a nice tart flavor to our sauce. If you can’t find it in your local grocery stores, you can simply replace it with yellow or stone-ground mustard.
• Everything Bagel Seasoning – It’s a blend of poppy and sesame seeds and seasonings that can easily spice up any dish. You can also make your own mix of Everything Bagel Seasoning using my homemade recipe.
• Worcestershire Sauce – This multi-purpose sauce is often used as a base because of its intense umami flavors.
• Salt – Besides adding flavor, it also brings the perfect balance to any dish. Without this seasoning, our dish will indeed taste bland and flat.
• Hot Sauce – This one adds a kick of heat that is not too overpowering. But if you want a spicier sauce, a dash of sriracha will definitely do the trick. 😉
• Egg – We need the eggs to complete our buttery egg wash. It will help our blanketed crescent dogs get their lovely golden amber color.

Honey Mustard Sauce

• Mayonnaise (Homemade Version here) – One of my favorite condiments because of its versatility. It makes a great base for salad dressing and dips. Not a fan of mayonnaise? Then try these Mayonnaise Substitutes instead.
• Honey – Instead of sugar, I used honey to sweeten our sauce because it is richer and thicker. 😉
• Dijon Mustard – This condiment has a tangy and sharp flavor, making it a perfect addition to our dipping sauce.
• Lemon Juice – Don’t forget to add freshly squeezed lemon juice for a refreshing citrusy zing to our luscious sauce.
• Sriracha -You can add more sriracha depending on your preferred spicy level or simply skip this one out.

Recipe Variation

• Meaty Substitutions – But, of course, you can also try it with chicken tenders, bacon, ham, chorizo, and even with seafood like shrimp, fish fillet, and crab. Wow!
• More Dough Options – Puff Pastry, croissant dough, doughnut dough, pizza dough, and pretzel dough work, too. Amazing!
• Cheesy Surprise – Level up our favorite comfort food by adding cheddar and mozzarella cheese slices to these bad boys. Aah! CHEESE! These pigs in a blanket with cheese will surely impress everyone at the table. You can also use lil’ smokies or hotdogs with cheese for more cheesy goodness.
• Spice it Up – Aside from Everything Bagel Seasoning, you can also season these babies with Creole Seasoning, Italian Seasoning, or Taco Seasoning to amp up the flavor.
• Fruity Delight – Dip them or slather them with your favorite jam and let the unusual combination surprise you. 😉
• Fantastic Chili – If you love chili and chili dogs, then you’ll surely love these chili pigs in a blanket, too.
• French Toast – Swap the dough with French Toast, and you’re all set. Can you imagine the flavorful combination? Oh yes, you’re welcome!
• Vegetarian-Approved – Just use vegan sausages, and you’re good to go. Yaaay!

Tips and Tricks

• It’s best to use chilled dough because it’s easier to work with.
• Make sure to line your crescent dough-wrapped dogs far enough apart to give them enough room to rise.
• Remember to use a baking sheet to make cleaning easier.
• If serving them as party appetizers, I suggest creating a little condiment bar, so the guests can choose their preferred dips.

Pigs in a Blanket Serving and Storage Instructions

You can always serve these tasty delights as an appetizer, quick snack, or light lunch. And you can indeed make them in advance and store them in the freezer. This way, you can bake them when you have guests or get the craving. 😉

Make-Ahead Pigs in a Blanket

• Store – Wrap the cocktail sausages or hotdogs as instructed and place them on a lined baking sheet. Wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
• Refrigerate – You can store them in the fridge for up to 24 hours maximum. Storing them longer than that may dry out the dough.
• Freeze – If you intend to store them longer than 24 hours, it’s best to freeze them. Once frozen, transfer them in a resealable freezer-safe bag and store them in batches. You can freeze them for up to a month.
• Bake – Bake as instructed. You’ll need to add about 10-15 minutes to the baking time for the frozen pigs in a blanket.

Storing Leftover Mini Crescent Dogs

• Store – Place the leftover crescent dogs in any clean and dry airtight container or freezer-safe resealable bag.
• Refrigerate – You can store them in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer – Store them in the freezer for up to a month to enjoy them at their best quality.

Reheating Leftover Pigs in Blankets

• Microwave – Reheat at 2-3 minutes or until warm. If frozen, set your microwave to defrost and thaw them for 3-5 minutes. Reheat for 3-4 minutes or until heated through.
• Oven – Place the mini crescent dogs in a lined baking sheet and loosely cover them with foil. Bake them in a preheated oven for 8-10 minutes at 325℉/163℃ or until warm. If frozen, bake them for 15-20 minutes at 325℉/163℃.
• Air Fryer – Set the temperature to 32o℉/160℃ and reheat for 3-4 minutes. Flip them and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

FAQs

What to Goes Well with Pigs in a Blanket

Whether serving them as party appetizers or just simple family snacks, a little condiment bar on the side will definitely make our snacking experience more enjoyable. Aside from Honey Mustard Sauce, I also love eating these crescent rolls pigs in a blanket with these luscious dipping sauces below.

• Ranch Dressing
• Remoulade Sauce
• Barbecue Sauce
• Tartar Sauce
• Beer Cheese Dip

More Fantastic Appetizers to Try

• Ham and Cheese Sliders
• Fish and Chips
• Deviled Ham
• Stuffed Green Bell Peppers
• Chicken Tostadas

How to Make Pigs in a Blanket

Make the Honey Mustard Sauce

• Combine and Mix – Mix mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and sriracha in a small bowl. Thoroughly mix and set aside. (Photos 1-2)

Prepare the Crescent Rolls

• Preheat the Oven to 400ºF/205℃ – Prepare baking or cookie sheet by lining with parchment paper. Set aside.
• Combine and Mix – Combine the butter, honey, onions, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, hot sauce, and eggs. Mix until everything is fully incorporated. (Photo 3)
• Cut the Crescent Rolls – On a lightly floured surface, roll out a crescent can of the dough; Using a knife, separate into 16 triangles. Cut each triangle lengthwise into two narrow triangles. Brush with sauce. (Photos 4-6)

Assemble the Pigs in a Blanket

• Place the Cocktail Sausage and Roll – Place a cocktail sausage at one end of the dough triangle and roll towards the other end to wrap securely. (Photos 7-8)
• Repeat – Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the process until dough is used up.
• Season – Lightly brush pigs in the blanket with more sauce and sprinkle everything bagel seasoning on top. (Photo 9)
• Bake – Place in the oven and bake according to crescent roll directions or until golden brown. (Photo 10)
• Serve – Let it cool ever so slightly and serve with honey mustard sauce.

Watch How To Make It

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This blog post was first published in January 2019 and the recipe has been updated as well as with new photos and a video.

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