Name: Pigs in a Blanket
Yield: 24

This Pigs in a Blanket Recipe is made with cocktail franks wrapped in crescent roll dough, then sprinkled with everything bagel seasoning for a quick and straightforward party appetizer.

author’s note

Party-reliable Pigs in a Blanket That Disappear in Minutes!

Growing up, Pigs in a Blanket were a staple at just about every gathering. My mom would pop them in the oven for New Year’s Eve, birthday parties, or even random family movie nights. I’ve carried that tradition into my own home, but with a little twist: I sprinkle them with everything bagel seasoning. That one extra step makes them feel gourmet while still being one of the easiest apps you’ll ever make.

When I was testing this recipe, my kids kept sneaking them off the tray before I could even set them out. That’s when I knew I had found “my version” of this classic appetizer. It’s simple, fun, and always a crowd-pleaser.

Process shots of the dough being cut and prepared

Process shots: Making Pigs in a Blanket adding the mini hot dogs on the dough

Pigs In A Blanket Recipe Ingredients

Ingredient	Notes & Swaps
Cocktail Franks / Little Smokies®	Any small sausage works. Try spicy sausage for extra kick or turkey franks for lighter flavor.
Crescent Roll Dough	Refrigerated dough is the time-saver here. You can swap puff pastry if you want flakier results.
Dijon Mustard	Adds tangy flavor inside. Yellow mustard or honey mustard both work as swaps.
Everything Bagel Seasoning	Store-bought or from-scratch pigs in a blanket seasoning work. Swap with sesame seeds or poppy seeds if you prefer simple.
Egg Wash	Makes the dough shiny and helps the seasoning stick. Can use milk instead.

Process shots: Sausages wrapped up in the dough and placed on a tray to make Pigs in a Blanket.

Process shots -- adding seasoning mix and butter to the top of the wrapped sausages.

How To Make Pigs In A Blanket Recipe

Prep the Dough: Cut each crescent roll triangle into 3 smaller pieces.
Add Mustard: Spread a tiny amount of Dijon on each piece.
Wrap the Dogs: Roll up each frank in the dough and place seam-side down on a lined baking sheet.
Brush & Sprinkle: Brush lightly with egg wash and sprinkle with seasoning.
Bake & Serve: Bake until the edges turn golden brown, then serve hot with dipping sauce.

Before and after baking these Pigs in a Blanket

Storage

Make Ahead And Leftovers?

Make Ahead: Assemble pigs in a blanket up to 4 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Brush with egg wash and add seasoning just before baking. Sauce can be mixed and chilled ahead.
Leftovers: Store baked pigs in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.

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Variations

Spicy Pigs: Use jalapeño sausages and a chipotle dip.
Cheesy Pigs: Add a small piece of cheddar inside before rolling and dip in queso.
Change Up The Dip: Dip your pigs in a blanket in from-scratch ranch dressing, ketchup, cocktail, or BBQ sauce.
Puff Pastry Pigs: Swap crescent rolls for puff pastry for a fancier look.