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Easy Pigs in a Blanket

These easy Pigs in a Blanket are made with mini chicken or turkey sausages wrapped in flaky crescent dough. They bake until golden and make a simple party appetizer, family snack, or game-day finger food.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 235

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough 8 ounces
  • 24 fully cooked mini chicken or turkey cocktail sausages
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional
  • 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning optional
  • Honey mustard barbecue sauce, or ketchup for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Drain the mini sausages and pat them dry with paper towels.
  4. Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into eight triangles.
  5. Cut each triangle lengthwise into three narrow strips.
  6. Place one sausage at the wide end of each strip.
  7. Roll the dough around the sausage toward the narrow end.
  8. Place each piece seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Whisk the egg with one tablespoon of water.
  10. Lightly brush the egg wash over the tops.
  11. Sprinkle with sesame seeds or everything seasoning when using.
  12. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the dough is puffed and golden.
  13. Cool for three to five minutes before serving.
  14. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

  • Use chicken or turkey cocktail sausages to keep the recipe pork- and beef-free.
  • Pat the sausages dry before wrapping.
  • Keep the crescent dough refrigerated until needed.
  • Place each piece seam-side down to prevent unrolling.
  • Do not overcrowd the baking sheet or air fryer.
  • Refrigerate leftovers for up to three days.
  • Reheat in the oven or air fryer for the best texture.

Nutrition Per Serving

Nutrition is an estimate and will vary depending on the sausage and crescent dough brands used.
  • Calories: 235
  • Protein: 8 grams
  • Fat: 15 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 18 grams