Description
Pigskin In A Blanket is a fun and festive appetizer perfect for game day gatherings. Mini hot dogs are wrapped in crescent roll dough and baked until golden brown, then decorated with mustard to resemble a football. This savory treat is easy to prepare and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pigskin In A Blanket
- 2 tubes (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent rolls
- 24 mini hot dogs
- Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water, for brushing)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp coarse salt
For Serving
- Yellow mustard, for drawing football laces
- Ketchup, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Heat your oven to 375ºF (190ºC) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Crescent Rolls: Unroll the crescent rolls and slice each tube lengthwise into thirds, creating narrow triangles suitable for wrapping the mini hot dogs.
- Wrap the Hot Dogs: Place one mini hot dog on the thick end of each crescent triangle and roll it up tightly to fully encase the hot dog.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the wrapped hot dogs side by side on the prepared baking sheet in a football shape, ensuring they are touching to help maintain the shape during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash and Seasoning: Brush the tops of the wrapped hot dogs with egg wash, then sprinkle evenly with coarse salt and black pepper to add flavor and enhance browning.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are fully cooked and golden brown on top.
- Create Football Laces: Once baked, let the pigskins cool slightly for 10 minutes. Then use yellow mustard to draw lines and laces on top to mimic a football design.
- Serve: Serve warm with ketchup on the side for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute mini sausages for mini hot dogs if preferred.
- Make sure to brush enough egg wash for a nice golden brown finish.
- For extra flavor, try adding shredded cheese inside before rolling.
- Serve immediately after decorating for best presentation and taste.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Pigskin In A Blanket, crescent roll hot dogs, game day appetizer, football party snacks, mini hot dog rolls
