Everything Pigs in a Blanket
Crispy pigs in a blanket topped with everything bagel seasoning. Ready in about 15 minutes. Easy tips, variations, and make-ahead options.
Submitted by: Lonnie from San Diego, CA
Yield: 10
- Wrap mini franks in refrigerated crescent dough, brush with egg, and sprinkle everything bagel seasoning.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown. Serve with Dijon or your favorite dips.
- Make ahead by assembling and freezing unbaked pieces, swap dough or fillings for quick variations.
Preparation Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. Roll out the crescent dough and cut into strips approximately 1 inch wide by 2 inches long.
3. Wrap each frank in the dough and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment seam side down.
4. Brush the top of each wrapped frank with egg and sprinkle with Everything spice. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up.
5. Serve immediately with a side of Dijon mustard.
More About This Recipe
These pigs in a blanket are a delicious savory take on the sweet breakfast classic. These pigs in a blanket are a great game day snack, and easy to make, too! The everything bagel seasoning contains the iconic mixture of onion, garlic, poppy seeds, seasme seeds and a touch of sea salt. If you're looking for more appetizer recipes like this, check out our honey ginger chicken wings, or these truffled Belgian frites.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long and at what temperature should I bake these?
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Bake the wrapped mini franks on a parchment-lined sheet for 10 to 12 minutes or until the dough is golden and puffed. Place each piece seam side down so they hold their shape.
Can I use a different dough or make the dough from scratch?
Yes. Refrigerated crescent dough is quick, but you can use biscuit dough, puff pastry, or homemade roll dough. Puff pastry may need a slightly different time and may brown faster, so watch closely.
Can I prepare these ahead or freeze them?
Yes. Assemble the pigs in a blanket on a baking sheet and freeze until firm, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding about 4 to 6 minutes to the baking time, or thaw overnight in the fridge and bake 10 to 12 minutes.
How do I get a crispier crust?
Brush the tops with the beaten egg for color and crunch. Bake on a preheated baking sheet or at 375 degrees for a slightly crisper finish, checking them a bit earlier. Avoid overloading the dough so it can puff and brown.
What dips go best with Everything pigs in a blanket?
Classic choices are Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, honey mustard, ketchup, and barbecue sauce. Ranch, spicy mayo, or a cheese sauce also pair well.
Can I use regular hot dogs or vegetarian frankfurters?
Yes. Regular hot dogs, cocktail sausages, or plant-based franks all work. Adjust the dough strip size so each piece is wrapped snugly. These meats are usually pre-cooked, so you are just warming and baking the dough.
How many pigs in a blanket does this recipe make?
Yield depends on the number of mini franks in your package. A 14 ounce pack typically produces about 24 to 32 pieces, depending on the brand and how you cut the dough strips.
Can I add cheese or other fillings?
Yes. Add a small slice of cheddar, pepper jack, or a smear of cream cheese before wrapping. Keep fillings thin so the dough seals and bakes evenly.
How long and at what temperature should I bake these?
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Bake the wrapped mini franks on a parchment-lined sheet for 10 to 12 minutes or until the dough is golden and puffed. Place each piece seam side down so they hold their shape.
Can I use a different dough or make the dough from scratch?
Yes. Refrigerated crescent dough is quick, but you can use biscuit dough, puff pastry, or homemade roll dough. Puff pastry may need a slightly different time and may brown faster, so watch closely.
Can I prepare these ahead or freeze them?
Yes. Assemble the pigs in a blanket on a baking sheet and freeze until firm, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding about 4 to 6 minutes to the baking time, or thaw overnight in the fridge and bake 10 to 12 minutes.
How do I get a crispier crust?
Brush the tops with the beaten egg for color and crunch. Bake on a preheated baking sheet or at 375 degrees for a slightly crisper finish, checking them a bit earlier. Avoid overloading the dough so it can puff and brown.
What dips go best with Everything pigs in a blanket?
Classic choices are Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, honey mustard, ketchup, and barbecue sauce. Ranch, spicy mayo, or a cheese sauce also pair well.
Can I use regular hot dogs or vegetarian frankfurters?
Yes. Regular hot dogs, cocktail sausages, or plant-based franks all work. Adjust the dough strip size so each piece is wrapped snugly. These meats are usually pre-cooked, so you are just warming and baking the dough.
How many pigs in a blanket does this recipe make?
Yield depends on the number of mini franks in your package. A 14 ounce pack typically produces about 24 to 32 pieces, depending on the brand and how you cut the dough strips.
Can I add cheese or other fillings?
Yes. Add a small slice of cheddar, pepper jack, or a smear of cream cheese before wrapping. Keep fillings thin so the dough seals and bakes evenly.
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