Name: Glazed Pigs In a Blanket Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (12 oz.) package Hillshire Farm Lit’l Smokies or other mini hot dogs; 2 tubes crescent rolls; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons yellow mustard; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoons poppy seeds; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; Pinch of salt; Pinch of pepper

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Introduction

Glazed Pigs In a Blanket are a delicious, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for parties or casual gatherings. Mini hot dogs wrapped in buttery crescent dough are baked to golden perfection and coated with a sweet and tangy glaze that adds irresistible flavor.

The image shows a glass baking dish filled with multiple golden-brown crescent rolls, each wrapped around a small sausage. The crescent rolls have a flaky and slightly shiny texture with a light sprinkling of black pepper and some seasoning visible on top. The rolls are closely packed in rows and the sausages inside peek out from the ends. A black spatula lifts one crescent out of the dish, showing the soft and warm inside of the roll and the juicy sausage inside, set against a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 (12 oz.) package Hillshire Farm Lit’l Smokies or other mini hot dogs
2 tubes crescent rolls
1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Pinch of salt
Pinch of pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate the triangles. Cut each triangle through the point into two long triangular pieces.
Step 2: Place a Lit’l Smokie near the wide end of each dough piece. Roll it up from the wide end to the tip so the hot dog peeks out slightly on both ends.
Step 3: Arrange the wrapped rolls in a 9×13-inch baking dish greased with non-stick spray.
Step 4: In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Add brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove it immediately from the heat once boiling.
Step 5: Brush the tops of the pigs in a blanket with the glaze. Pour the remaining glaze evenly over the rolls.
Step 6: Bake uncovered at 375°F for 25-30 minutes, until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
Step 7: Allow to cool slightly before serving. The recipe yields about 35 to 40 miniature wrapped sausages, perfect for sharing.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, sprinkle some shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese inside the crescent dough before rolling the hot dogs.
Substitute the yellow mustard in the glaze with Dijon mustard for a sharper taste.
If you don’t have poppy seeds, sesame seeds make a great alternative topping.
Use refrigerated crescent roll dough for convenience, but homemade dough will add a special touch.

Storage

Store leftover glazed pigs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes to maintain crispness, or microwave for 20-30 seconds if short on time, though the crust may become softer.

How to Serve

A white square plate holds many small crescent rolls wrapped around mini sausages. Each roll is golden brown with a crispy texture and speckled with black poppy seeds on top. The sausages peek out at one end, showing a reddish-brown color. The plate sits on a red cloth layered over a piece of burlap on a dark wooden surface, all against a white marbled background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the pigs in a blanket and store them in the refrigerator, covered, for a few hours before glazing and baking. They are best baked fresh for optimal texture and flavor.

Can I freeze glazed pigs in a blanket?

Yes, you can freeze the wrapped but unbaked pigs in a blanket on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. When ready, bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.