Description
These Irresistible Glazed Pigs in a Blanket are a perfect party appetizer or quick snack. Mini smoked sausages are wrapped in buttery crescent dough and baked until golden brown, then brushed with a sweet and tangy honey glaze that sets to a shiny finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe combines savory, sweet, and tangy flavors for an unbeatable bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
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For the Pigs in a Blanket
- 1 package (14 oz) mini smoked sausages
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent dough
For the Glaze
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking.
- Prepare Dough: Unroll the refrigerated crescent dough and separate it into triangles as per package instructions.
- Cut Dough Triangles: Cut each of the original triangles into 3 smaller triangles to create bite-sized wrappers.
- Wrap Sausages: Take each mini smoked sausage and wrap it with one of the small dough triangles, then place them on a baking sheet with enough space between each.
- Bake: Bake the wrapped sausages for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough turns golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Glaze: While baking, mix honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and soy sauce in a small bowl until well combined.
- Brush Glaze: Remove the baked pigs in a blanket from the oven and brush the honey glaze evenly over each piece.
- Set Glaze: Return the baking sheet to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the glaze to set and become sticky.
- Serve Warm: Remove from oven and serve the glazed pigs in a blanket warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use refrigerated crescent dough for easy wrapping and buttery flavor.
- Mini smoked sausages work best for perfect bite-sized appetizers.
- Watch the baking time closely to avoid burning the dough.
- Glaze sets quickly, so don’t leave them longer than 3 minutes after glazing.
- Can be made ahead and reheated; reheat briefly in the oven to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pigs in a blanket, glazed pigs in a blanket, appetizer recipes, party snacks, mini sausages, easy appetizer
