Crispy Golden Pigs in a Blanket
A quick and easy homemade appetizer featuring mini sausages wrapped in flaky puff pastry with a golden, crispy finish. Perfect for parties, potlucks, and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 25-28 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed (preferably Pepperidge Farm)
- 24 mini cocktail sausages or little smokies
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional, for sprinkling)
- Yellow mustard or ketchup (for dipping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- On a lightly floured surface, unfold one sheet of puff pastry. Slice it into 12 even strips (about 1 inch wide and 5 inches long). Repeat with the second sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg with garlic powder and smoked paprika. Lightly brush the surface of each puff pastry strip with some of this egg mixture.
- Place one mini sausage at the edge of a pastry strip and roll it up snugly but not too tight. Place the wrapped sausage seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of all wrapped sausages with the remaining egg wash. Sprinkle sesame or poppy seeds on top if desired.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden brown. Check near the end to avoid overbrowning.
- Remove from oven and transfer to a cooling rack for a few minutes to keep bottoms crisp.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with mustard or ketchup for dipping.
Notes
If dough gets too soft while working, chill in fridge for 10 minutes. Do not skip egg wash for a shiny, crispy crust. Rotate baking sheet halfway through baking for even browning. For crispier bottoms, use a preheated baking stone or cast iron pan. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days; reheat in oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pig in a blanket
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Protein: 8
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