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Classic Pigs in a Blanket with Sweet & Savory Glaze Options

A pile of shiny, glazed pigs in a blanket appetizers served on a white plate.
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Make this classic party appetizer using buttery crescent dough and cocktail sausages. This recipe is quick to prepare and includes instructions for a popular brown sugar glaze and a garlic butter option for easy entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 (14 ounce) package cocktail sausages (Lil Smokies)
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted (for optional garlic butter brush)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for optional garlic butter brush)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed (for optional sweet glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for optional sweet glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Unroll the crescent roll dough on a clean surface. Separate the dough into individual triangles.
  3. If using whole sausages, cut each triangle lengthwise into three smaller strips. If you prefer smaller bites, you can cut the triangles into four pieces.
  4. Place one cocktail sausage at the wide end of a dough strip. Roll the dough around the sausage until it is completely covered. Pinch the ends to seal.
  5. Place the wrapped sausages seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining sausages and dough.
  6. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and puffed.
  7. While the bites bake, prepare your optional topping: For Garlic Butter Brush, mix the 1 tablespoon melted butter with garlic powder. For Sweet Glaze, mix the brown sugar and 2 tablespoons melted butter in a small bowl until combined.
  8. Once the pigs in a blanket are removed from the oven, immediately brush the tops with your chosen topping (Garlic Butter or Sweet Glaze).
  9. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

  • For a puff pastry appetizer, substitute the crescent roll dough with one sheet of thawed puff pastry, cut into thin strips before wrapping.
  • Serve these crowd pleaser appetizers with dipping sauces like honey mustard, spicy ketchup, or ranch dressing.
  • If you need a Keto Pigs in a Blanket variation, use low-carb sausage and substitute the crescent dough with a low-carb dough alternative or thinly sliced cheese wraps.

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