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Sharing the BEST mini pigs in a blanket recipe today! These spicy lil smokies pigs in a blanket make the perfect appetizer for any occasion. Simple to prepare with just a little heat.

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Pigs in a Blanket
What You’ll Need For Lil Smokies Pigs In A Blanket
How To Make Pigs in a Blanket
Can I Use Hot Dogs Instead of Lit’l Smokies?
What Does Pigs in a Blanket Mean?
Can I Leave Out The Jalapeños?
Crescent Roll Pigs in a Blanket
What Dipping Sauces Should I Use?
How To Serve This BEST Appetizer Recipe
How To Store Leftovers
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Pigs in a Blanket

When I think of a fun appetizer, pigs in a blanket are one of the first recipe that come to mind when having guests over. Whether it’s for game day celebrations, baby showers, birthdays, or just having some family and friends over, this recipe is always a huge hit.

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What You’ll Need For Lil Smokies Pigs In A Blanket

Lit’l Smokies– Find the Lit’l Smokies in the refrigerated section near the lunch meat area.
fresh or jarred jalapenos– The jalapenos can be optional, but a fun little spicy addition.
grated parmesan cheese– Kraft grated Parmesan Cheese works great here.
crescent rolls– Find the Pillsbury Crescent Rolls in the refrigerated section usually near the cookie dough.

How To Make Pigs in a Blanket

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unroll crescent rolls onto parchment paper lined countertop area. Carefully use a pizza cutter or knife to cut each crescent roll into 3 even triangles. Using a paper towel, dry the lit’l smokies and jalapenos.
Place lit’l smokies on top of widest end of each piece of crescent dough. Top smokies with a jalapeno and carefully roll smokies and jalapeno in dough until you reach the smallest end of triangle gently pressing ends to seal. Take each rolled smokie and roll in a small bowl of grated parmesan until well coated. Transfer to prepared lined baking pan. Continue until all pigs in a blanket have been rolled. Place about 1 inch apart from each other on pan and bake for 18-22 minutes, until golden on top and baked through. Remove from oven and serve hot with dipping sauces of your choice.

Can I Use Hot Dogs Instead of Lit’l Smokies?

Yes, if you’d like to cut hot dogs into 1 inch pieces, you can absolutely substitute them for the lit’l smokies. I like the extra flavor that the lit’l smokies bring, but hot dogs are just fine too.

What Does Pigs in a Blanket Mean?

Kind of a funny little recipe name isn’t it? “Pigs in a blanket” is basically a small hot dog or other sausage wrapped in pastry commonly served as an appetizer in the United States.

Can I Leave Out The Jalapeños?

If you have guests sensitive to heat, there’s no need to add the jalapeños. You can always prepare half with the jalapeños and half without.

Crescent Roll Pigs in a Blanket

Roll each piece in grated Parmesan Cheese before baking. Gives another layer of flavor you don’t wan to skip.

Bake at 350 degrees F. for 18-22 minutes, until nice and golden on top.

What Dipping Sauces Should I Use?

I like to have a few options of dipping sauces for my guests such as mustard, ketchup and a warm cheese sauce. Honestly, they’re delicious without dipping sauces too.

How To Serve This BEST Appetizer Recipe

Serve these Pigs in a Blanket at your next occasion when you’re having guests over. They’re particularly popular for game day celebrations, birthday parties….and any holiday really. An appetizer that is perfect all year round. Serve them warm with a variety of dipping sauces such as ketchup, mustard and cheese sauce.

How To Store Leftovers

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat as needed. Note that when re-heated in microwave, they get soft. Re-heating in oven is much better for your reference.