Pin Juicy mini sausages wrapped in golden flaky dough and topped with everything bagel seasoning. This crowd-pleasing appetizer uses budget-friendly sausages for a delicious twist on a classic party snack.
I made these pigs in a blanket for a family game night and everyone kept grabbing seconds. The everything bagel topping turned a familiar snack into something everyone asked for again.
Ingredients
- Dough: 1 can (8 oz / 225 g) refrigerated crescent roll dough or budget puff pastry
- Sausages: 24 mini cocktail sausages or sliced hot dogs (budget-friendly option)
- Topping: 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
- Everything bagel seasoning: 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Dough:
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles. Cut each triangle into three narrow strips.
- Dry Sausages:
- Pat the sausages dry with paper towels.
- Wrap Sausages:
- Wrap each sausage with a strip of dough overlapping slightly and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Egg Wash:
- Brush each wrapped sausage with the beaten egg.
- Add Topping:
- Sprinkle generously with everything bagel seasoning.
- Bake:
- Bake for 15–18 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and puffed.
- Serve:
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Pin We love making these as a family especially with little helpers wrapping the sausages. Everyone gets involved and it is always a hit at holiday gatherings.
Required Tools
Baking sheet parchment paper pastry brush sharp knife paper towels
Allergen Information
Contains wheat gluten egg and possibly sesame seeds. Sausages may contain milk or soy. Always verify all ingredient labels if serving guests with allergies.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 95 Total Fat: 6 g Carbohydrates: 7 g Protein: 3 g per serving
Pin Serve these pigs in a blanket warm from the oven for the best texture. They disappear fast so make a double batch if expecting a crowd.
Recipe FAQ
- → What kind of dough works best for wrapping the sausages?
Refrigerated crescent roll dough or budget puff pastry creates a flaky, golden wrap that bakes evenly around the mini sausages.
- → Can I make this dish vegetarian?
Yes, plant-based mini sausages can be used as a vegetarian alternative, maintaining similar flavors and texture.
- → How do I make sure the dough bakes crispy and golden?
Brushing the dough with beaten egg before sprinkling the seasoning helps achieve a shiny, crispy, golden finish during baking.
- → What dipping sauces complement this snack?
Honey mustard, spicy ketchup, and garlic aioli are popular choices that pair well with the savory, seasoned bite.
- → Can I prepare these ahead of time?
Yes, assemble and refrigerate the wrapped sausages up to 4 hours before baking for convenient preparation.