Game Day Pigs Blanket (Printable)

Mini sausages wrapped in flaky pastry served with a zesty mustard dip for sharing.

# What you'll need:

→ Pigs in a Blanket

01 - 1 package (14 oz) cocktail sausages or mini hot dogs, approximately 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 the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into 32 equal strips, each approximately 1/2 inch wide.
03 - Pat the sausages dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
04 - Wrap each sausage with a strip of puff pastry, pressing the seam firmly to seal.
05 - Place wrapped sausages seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
06 - Whisk the egg with water in a small bowl. Brush each pastry-wrapped sausage with the egg wash. If desired, sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds.
07 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
08 - While baking, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
09 - Serve the pigs in a blanket warm with the mustard dip alongside.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish, perfect for last-minute game day prep
  • Requires only simple ingredients you likely already have on hand
  • The flaky puff pastry creates an irresistible golden crust that's far superior to crescent rolls
  • Customizable with optional seeds for added texture and visual appeal
  • The homemade honey mustard dip elevates these from ordinary to extraordinary
  • Makes 32 pieces, ideal for feeding a crowd of hungry fans
02 -
  • Use a pastry brush to apply the egg wash evenly for consistent browning
  • Keep the puff pastry cold until ready to use for maximum puffiness
  • Press the pastry seams firmly to prevent them from unrolling during baking
  • Make the mustard dip up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate for flavors to meld
  • Use a pizza cutter for quick, uniform pastry strips
  • Double the recipe easily for larger gatherings—just use two baking sheets
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