Description
A festive and easy-to-make holiday appetizer featuring hot dogs wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough, perfect for Christmas celebrations. These savory pigs in a blanket can be customized with various seasonings and served with classic dipping sauces.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Hot Dogs
- 1 8-ounce can Refrigerated Crescent Roll Dough
- 8 regular-sized Hot Dogs (or 12-ounce package Cocktail Weiners)
Egg Wash
- 1 Egg
Optional Seasonings
- Sea Salt Flakes
- Sesame Seeds
- Poppy Seeds
- Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Garlic Powder
Dipping Sauces
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Cheese Sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure a hot environment for baking the pigs in a blanket to crispy, golden perfection.
- Prepare Dough and Hot Dogs: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 8 triangles as per package instructions. If using cocktail weiners, you can double the count accordingly.
- Wrap Hot Dogs: Place one hot dog on the wide end of each crescent dough triangle. Roll the dough around the hot dog tightly but gently, sealing the edges as you go.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush it generously over each wrapped hot dog to promote a beautiful golden shine during baking.
- Add Seasonings: Sprinkle your choice of optional seasonings such as sea salt flakes, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, everything bagel seasoning, or garlic powder over the egg-washed dough for extra flavor and texture.
- Bake: Place the wrapped hot dogs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the dough is puffed and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup, mustard, or cheese sauce for a delightful appetizer.
Notes
- For smaller bite-sized appetizers, use cocktail weiners instead of regular hot dogs and adjust baking time accordingly.
- Egg wash is essential for a glossy and appealing crust; do not skip this step.
- Feel free to experiment with various sprinkle toppings such as poppy seeds or garlic powder to customize the flavor.
- If you prefer a crispy bottom, place the baking sheet on the middle oven rack and avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain crispness.
Keywords: pigs in a blanket, holiday appetizer, crescent roll, hot dogs, festive snacks, Christmas appetizer