Mini Pigs Blanket Snack (Printable)

Flaky pastry envelops savory cocktail sausages with a tangy dipping sauce for snack time.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pastry and Sausages

01 - 1 (8 oz) can refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry sheet
02 - 24 cocktail sausages (mini hot dogs)
03 - 1 large egg, beaten for egg wash
04 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or poppy seeds, optional

→ Dipping Sauce

05 - 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
06 - 2 tablespoons honey
07 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
09 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for even browning and easy cleanup.
02 - Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into triangles. Cut each triangle into 3 smaller strips to yield 24 individual strips total.
03 - Wrap each cocktail sausage with one pastry strip, beginning at one end and rolling until completely enclosed. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Brush the tops of wrapped sausages with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired for added texture and visual appeal.
05 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until pastry achieves golden brown color and puffs up slightly.
06 - While pastries bake, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth and fully combined.
07 - Remove from oven and serve warm mini pigs in a blanket alongside the dipping sauce for immediate consumption.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes total.
  • Perfect finger food for parties, snacks, and game days.
  • Golden, flaky pastry wrapped around savory mini sausages.
  • Tangy dipping sauce adds a delicious balance of sweet and sharp flavors.
  • Customizable with seed toppings and spice options.
02 -
  • Be sure to place the wrapped sausages seam-side down to prevent unrolling during baking.
  • Brush with egg wash for a beautiful golden finish.
  • Use parchment paper to avoid sticking and easy cleanup.
  • Prepare the dipping sauce while baking to save time.
  • Customize the dipping sauce by adding a dash of hot sauce for heat.
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