Classic appetizers and snacks can be elevated to more grown-up versions with a few elegant flavor combinations. The addition of dijon mustard and sharp cheddar cheese to miniature smoked sausages and flaky crescent style rolls gives you Fancy Pigs in a Blanket!
The older version of pigs in a blanket that was common in 1940s America was a simple dough wrapped around a small hot dog or even cut up regular hot dogs. By using smaller smoked sausages, you get a deeper flavor. But to keep it semi-homemade, I used the store bought dough found in the tubes.
To add to the presentation of these tasty bites, I added a sprinkle of everything seasoning. It also gives a lovely crunchy texture to the final bite. Everything seasoning is a favorite of mine, and buy it in bulk. You can also make it fairly easily. You just need two tablespoons each of dried minced onion, dried minced garlic, coarse sea salt, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, and parsley.
These would be great for an appetizer night or as a dish at a pot luck. They also make a great afternoon snack or even a brunch addition. If you are planning a big party for the upcoming Super Bowl – these two bite appetizers are the perfect things for your grazing table!
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Fancy Pigs in a Blanket
Ingredients
- 2 8ct Crescent Roll Tubes
- 32 Mini Smoked Sausages
- ¼ cup Dijon Mustard
- 8 slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese cut into 4 slices
- 2 tbsp Everything Seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375degF
- Open and roll out crescent roll dough. Cut each perforated piece in half lengthwise.
- Add a squirt of dijon mustard to the wider end. Place the strip of cheese over the mustard and then top with a sausage. Roll up the dough. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Line the pigs in a blanket out on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Sprinkle the top of each with everything seasoning.
- Place in oven and bake for 15 minutes (tops should be slightly golden and cheese melted).
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Looks delicious! And now I’m starving! Lol pinned
This sounds like an easy and delicious meal that my grandkids would like.
I hope they enjoy it!
These do sound good and look so tasty 🙂
Yummy, I like Pigs In A Blanket. I bet they are good with the mini smoked sausage and the everything seasoning.
These look SO much better than traditional pigs in a blanket.
Thank you 😊
One of my favorites! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm. xo Kathleen
From childhood memories to appetizers at grown-up parties, these hit the spot. Featuring when my party opens.
They are a classic for sure. Thanks so much for including me!
Pigs in a blanket are actually one of my favorites. I loved them growing up and my mom would make them only for parties but it was such a fun treat. Still haven’t outgrown them haha…a perfect appetizer for game day!