Game Day Pigs Blanket (Print out)

Mini sausages wrapped in crisp puff pastry, served with a tangy mustard dip for gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pigs in a Blanket

01 - 1 package (14 oz) cocktail sausages or mini hot dogs, about 32 pieces
02 - 1 sheet puff pastry (10 x 10 inches), thawed
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 1 tablespoon water
05 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or poppy seeds, optional

→ Mustard Dip

06 - 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
07 - 2 tablespoons honey
08 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
09 - 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
10 - Pinch of cayenne pepper, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Unfold puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into 32 equal strips, approximately 1/2 inch wide.
03 - Pat sausages dry with paper towels. Wrap each sausage with one pastry strip, pressing the seam firmly to seal.
04 - Place wrapped sausages seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
05 - Whisk egg with water in a small bowl. Brush each wrapped sausage with egg wash. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired.
06 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
07 - While baking, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
08 - Transfer baked pigs in a blanket to a serving platter. Serve warm with mustard dip alongside.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy preparation in just 30 minutes total
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd with 32 pieces per batch
  • Kid-friendly and universally loved by all ages
  • The homemade honey-mustard dip elevates the entire experience
  • Minimal ingredients with maximum flavor impact
02 -
  • Keep puff pastry cold while working to maintain flakiness
  • Space the wrapped sausages at least 1 inch apart on the baking sheet for even browning
  • Make extra dip—it always runs out faster than you expect
  • Use a pastry brush for even egg wash application
  • Watch closely during the last few minutes of baking to prevent over-browning
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