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    Easy Pigs in a Blanket with Crescent Rolls

    Modified: May 21, 2025 · Published: Jan 25, 2016 by Sharon Rigsby · 1 Comment

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    When the NFL’s top 2 teams face off on the field on Super Bowl Sunday, make sure you’re serving Quick and Easy Pigs in a Blanket and other game-day worthy appetizers and party fare.

    Quick and Easy Pigs in a Blanket with poppy seeds and carrots

    Over the next few days, I will be posting crowd-pleasing menu ideas and recipes which will be perfect for your Super Bowl Party or really any game-day gathering.

    Did you know one of the top New Year’s resolutions made by Americans is to spend more time with family and friends? And, yes, a Super Bowl Party is a perfect opportunity to do just that!

    Plan to serve 5-6 different kinds of appetizers, with 3-4 pieces of each kind per person. Think of your menu like a meal and offer a variety of dishes with different colors, tastes, and textures. Also, choose at least some dishes you can make ahead of time or, at least, prep ahead of time, so you can spend time with your guests on game day.

    Quick and Easy Pigs in a Blanket and their dipping sauce aren’t fancy, but they are a classic and delicious game day and tailgate party treat that your guests will love.

    Easy Pigs in a Blanket Ingredients

    Below are my ingredient notes (including substitutions) for the main ingredients in this recipe and how you can make it your own. The recipe card below provides a complete list of all ingredients and measurements.

    • Refrigerated crescent roll dough
    • Mustard
    • Cocktail franks or mini hot dogs
    • An egg and optional poppy or sesame seeds to sprinkle on top.
    • For the dipping sauce, you will need sour cream, mayonnaise, and mustard.
    Quick and Easy Pigs in a Blanket and Pigs in a Blanket sauce ingredients

    How to Make Crescent Rolls Pigs in a Blanket

    1. To get started, preheat your oven to 350°F.
    2. Unroll the crescent roll dough and spread each triangle lightly with mustard. Cut each triangle lengthwise into thirds, making 3 long skinny triangles from each.
    Crescent roll dough for Quick and Easy Pigs in a Blanket
    1. Put one cocktail frank at the large end of each strip and roll up.
    2. Place each rolled-up frank seam side down on a foil-lined, greased baking sheet.
    Quick and Easy Pigs in a Blanket ready to baked in an oven
    1. Add a splash of water to your beaten egg and stir briskly with a fork to make an egg wash. Brush the dough on each hot dog with a small amount of the egg wash and if you wish, sprinkle with a small amount of poppy or sesame seeds.
    2. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
    3. While your Quick and Easy Pigs in a Blanket bake, add the sour cream, mayonnaise, and two mustards to a small bowl to make the dipping sauce and mix well.
    4. Serve the Pigs in a Blanket warm with the easy dipping sauce and enjoy.
    Pigs in a Blanket and Pigs in a Blanket Sauce

    How to serve this Pig in a Blanket recipe

    Pigs in a Blanket are the ultimate crowd-pleasing party snack, and they pair perfectly with just about anything you’d serve for game day, a potluck, or a casual get-together.

    Here are some of my favorite ways to serve them:

    • With dips: You can’t go wrong with classic yellow mustard, honey mustard, or spicy brown mustard. They’re also delicious with ranch dressing, barbecue sauce, or a cheesy queso dip.
    • As part of an appetizer spread: Round out your party platter with deviled eggs, veggie sticks, pimento cheese, or a charcuterie board.
    • For brunch: These bite-sized beauties are a fun addition to a brunch buffet alongside fruit salad, a breakfast quiche, or my sausage and grits casserole.
    • For dinner (yes, really!): Serve pigs in a blanket with baked beans, mac and cheese, or a crisp green salad for a kid-approved and weeknight-friendly meal.

     How to store easy Pigs in a Blanket

    Leftovers (if you’re lucky enough to have any!) are easy to store and reheat — making pigs in a blanket a great make-ahead or meal-prep-friendly snack.

    • Refrigerator: Let them cool completely, then store in an airtight container or zip-top bag. They’ll keep in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
    • Freezer: To freeze, place the cooked pigs in a blanket on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. They’ll keep well for up to 2 months.
    • Reheating:
      • From the fridge: Reheat in a 350°F oven for about 8–10 minutes, or until warmed through and the dough is slightly crisp again.
      • From frozen: No need to thaw — just bake at 350°F for 12–15 minutes or until heated through.

    Tip: Avoid microwaving if you want to keep that crescent roll crust nice and flaky. The oven or an air fryer works best for that just-baked texture.

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    Try this recipe and let me know what you think

    ⭐ ⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ I hope this Pigs in a Blanket recipe makes it onto your next game day spread, potluck, or picnic plate. If you try it, I’d love to hear what you think and what you paired it with! Drop a comment below—I read every one, and don’t forget to leave a star rating. Your feedback not only makes my day but also helps others find and perfect this recipe.

    Thanks for stopping by Grits and Pinecones! Your visit means the world to me. I hope you’ll swing back soon for more Southern-inspired goodness.

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    Pigs in a Blanket with carrots and celery

    Quick Pigs in a Blanket Recipe with Crescent Rolls

    Sharon Rigsby
    When the NFL’s top 2 teams face off on the field on Super Bowl Sunday, make sure you’re serving touchdown worthy appetizers and party fare.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24 appetizers
    Calories 275 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Pigs in a Blanket

    • 8 oz original refrigerated crescent dough 1-8 oz can
    • ¼ cup Dijon or yellow mustard
    • 24 mini hot dogs or cocktail franks
    • 1 egg lightly beaten
    • Poppy or sesame seeds Optional*

    Tangy Dipping Sauce

    • ½ cup sour cream
    • ½ cup mayonnaise
    • 3 tablespoon Dijon mustard
    • 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
    • Unroll the crescent dough and spread each triangle lightly with mustard. Cut each triangle lengthwise into thirds, making 3 small triangles from each.
    • Put 1 cocktail frank at the large end of each strip and roll up.
    • Place each rolled up frank seam side down on a foil lined, greased baking sheet.
    • Add a splash of water to your beaten egg and stir briskly to make an egg wash. Brush the dough on each hot dog with a small amount of the egg wash and optional, sprinkle with a small amount of poppy or sesame seeds.
    • Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
    • While your Pigs in a Blanket bake, add the sour cream, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard and whole-grain mustard to a small bowl and mix well.
    • Serve the Pigs in a Blanket warm with the dipping sauce.

    Notes

    Nutrition

    Calories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 86mgPotassium: 13mgFiber: 0.02gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.1mg
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    1. Kara

      January 25, 2016 at 7:18 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! A classic with a twist. The poppy seeds add a great touch.

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