why make this recipe
This Baked Pan of Glazed Pigs in a Blanket is simple and fast. It uses few ingredients. It cooks in about 20 minutes. You get sweet and savory bites that many people like. They work for snacks, parties, or a quick family treat.
introduction
This recipe wraps mini hot dogs in crescent dough and bakes them with a sweet glaze. The glaze uses brown sugar, honey, and a bit of mustard. The dish is warm, sticky, and easy to eat with your hands. For a simple dessert idea to serve after these bites, try a cinnamon apple coffee cake.
how to make Baked Pan of Glazed Pigs in a Blanket
Preheat the oven and grease a pan. Roll each cocktail sausage in a crescent triangle. Place them on the pan. Mix the brown sugar, honey, Dijon, and poppy seeds. Drizzle the mixture over the rolled sausages. Bake until the dough is golden. Let them cool a little before you serve.
Ingredients :
1 package of cocktail sausages or mini hot dogs, 1 can of refrigerated crescent roll dough, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, 1/4 cup of honey, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of poppy seeds (optional), Cooking spray or oil for greasing
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray or oil.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
- Place a cocktail sausage at the wide end of each triangle and roll it up.
- Arrange the rolled sausages on the baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and poppy seeds.
- Drizzle the mixture over the rolled pigs in a blanket.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
how to serve Baked Pan of Glazed Pigs in a Blanket
Serve warm on a platter. Use toothpicks for easy picking. Offer ketchup, mustard, or extra honey mustard on the side. They pair well with a fresh salad or simple veggies.
how to store Baked Pan of Glazed Pigs in a Blanket
Let leftovers cool fully. Place them in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 6-8 minutes to keep them crisp.
tips to make Baked Pan of Glazed Pigs in a Blanket
- Use room temperature dough so it rolls easily.
- Do not over-drizzle the glaze; a thin layer bakes better.
- Watch the baking time; ovens vary. Remove when golden.
- If you like a stronger flavor, add a pinch of salt to the glaze.
variation (if any)
- Add a small slice of cheese inside each roll for a cheesy bite.
- Swap honey for maple syrup for a different sweetness.
- Use whole wheat crescent dough for a heartier version.
FAQs
Q: Can I use regular hot dogs instead of cocktail sausages?
A: Yes. Cut regular hot dogs into small pieces before rolling.
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: You can roll them and keep them in the fridge for a few hours, then bake before serving.
Q: Are poppy seeds required?
A: No. Poppy seeds are optional. Skip them if you do not want them.
Q: Can I freeze them?
A: You can freeze baked pieces in a sealed bag for up to 1 month. Reheat from frozen in the oven until hot.
Baked Pan of Glazed Pigs in a Blanket
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Description
A simple and fast recipe for sweet and savory bites of mini hot dogs wrapped in crescent dough, topped with a delicious glaze.
Ingredients
- 1 package of cocktail sausages or mini hot dogs
- 1 can of refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon of poppy seeds (optional)
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray or oil.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
- Place a cocktail sausage at the wide end of each triangle and roll it up.
- Arrange the rolled sausages on the baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and poppy seeds.
- Drizzle the mixture over the rolled pigs in a blanket.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For serving, offer ketchup, mustard, or extra honey mustard on the side. They pair well with a fresh salad or simple veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg