Crescent roll mini pigs in a blanket are an easy and fun appetizer perfect for parties, potlucks or game day celebrations!
These tasty little morsels are known far and wide but by so many different names. Little smokies crescent rolls, or mini hot dogs wrapped in crescent rolls, crescent mini hot dogs, lil smokies pigs in a blanket and even crescent dogs!
![These little crescent mini pigs in a blanket are also called little smokies crescent rolls, or mini hot dogs wrapped in crescent rolls, crescent mini hot dogs, lil smokies pigs in a blanket and even crescent dogs! With just 2 ingredients, these tasty morsels are quick and easy to make, perfect for a party, potluck or even an after school snack. #pigsinablanket #lilsmokiespigsinablanket #ourzestylife #crescentdogs mini pigs in a blanket on a white plate, garnished with parsley, with cheese dipping sauce in the background](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Mini-Pigs-In-A-Blanket-OurZestyLife-5.jpeg)
Perfect Party Snack
- These mini crescent dogs are impressive looking snacks that make the best finger food for a party or game day celebration.
- Made with just 2 ingredients, these lil smokies pigs in a blanket are quick and easy to make.
- Prepare ahead for the party, or let young guests help out and make their own mini crescent dogs.
![Be sure to double this mini pigs in a blanket recipe because everyone will gobble them up! For variation, lay a cooked piece of bacon or a little piece of cheese on the strip before rolling up with the dough. While these pigs in a blanket are fantastic served warm, they can also be served cold. What a versatile recipe that is so super easy! #pigsinablanket #lilsmokiespigsinablanket #ourzestylife #crescentdogs uncooked mini pigs in a blanket on a baking sheet](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Mini-Pigs-In-A-Blanket-OurZestyLife-2.jpeg)
2 Ingredient Recipe!
- HOT DOGS: Mini hot dogs are called for in this recipe, but spicy sausages make the best little smokies recipe anywhere around! Short on time and cannot find either? Cut regular hot dogs into bite sized chunks and proceed with the recipe. Looking for a non-pork option? Use all beef hotdogs or mini sausages without pork for a delicious alternative.
- CRESCENT DOUGH: Store bought crescent roll dough is so quick, easy and convenient. Keep a tube in the fridge for other simple recipes like these sausage crescent rolls.
![These 2 ingredients mini pigs in a blanket are so quick and easy to make. Use mini hot dogs, or mini sausages for a delicious twist. There are all beef mini hot dogs for those looking for a non-pork option. The store bought crescent roll dough is super easy and convenient too! Simple roll out the dough, cut into strips, roll up the dough and bake until golden. Serve warm with assorted dipping sauces! #pigsinablanket #lilsmokiespigsinablanket #ourzestylife #crescentdogs cooked mini pigs in a blanket on a baking sheet](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Mini-Pigs-In-A-Blanket-OurZestyLife-3.jpeg)
How Do You Make Pigs in a Blanket?
- Preheat oven and line sheet pan with parchment paper or use pan release.
- Unroll crescent roll dough, push the seams together, then cut into 10 equal strips and cut in half again.
- Wrap each mini hot dog with a strip of dough. Place seam side down on the sheet pan.
- Bake as per recipe, cool slightly and serve!
![Need a quick appetizer that will satisfy a hungry appetite? Then make these crescent roll mini pigs in a blanket. They are perfect for parties, potlucks or game day celebrations. Using just 2 ingredients, these lil smokies pigs in a blanket are so tasty yet easy to make. Even the most novice chef will have no problem making this delish appetizer! They make a quick after school snack too! #pigsinablanket #lilsmokiespigsinablanket #ourzestylife #crescentdogs close up of cooked mini pigs in a blanket on a parchment lined baking sheet](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Mini-Pigs-In-A-Blanket-OurZestyLife-4.jpeg)
What To Serve With Mini Pigs In A Blanket
These lil smokies pigs in a blanket positively scream for a dipping sauce! There are so many varieties of dipping sauces to choose from, that it can be hard to pick! Why not try them all!
Some delicious options are sweet and tangy honey mustard, a spicy Carolina or Chipoltle bbq sauce, dijon or a simple yellow mustard and ketchup is hard to beat! While ranch dressing is always a hit, a cheese dip is always delish!
Little piggies in a blanket are delicious served along with other appies like hot artichoke sip, homemade jalapeno poppers and mini jalapeno popper corn muffins. Perfect for game day, New Years Eve, or just a fun game night with friends.
Tips & Tricks
Be sure to double the recipe, everyone will gobble these up!
Lay a cooked piece of bacon or a little piece of cheese on the strip and THEN add the smokie or mini hot dog before it is rolled.
While these pigs in a blanket are fantastic served warm, they can also be served cold.
![There are so many dipping sauce options for mini pigs in a blanket. Sweet and tangy honey mustard, a spicy Carolina or Chipoltle bbq sauce, dijon or a simple yellow mustard and ketchup are all delicious. Why not try a ranch dressing, a queso cheese dip or even blue cheese dressing! The possibilities are endless. #pigsinablanket #lilsmokiespigsinablanket #ourzestylife #crescentdogs mini pigs in a blanket on a white plate with cheese dipping sauce in the background](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Mini-Pigs-In-A-Blanket-OurZestyLife-7.jpeg)
Awesome Appetizers!
![close up of 5 mini pigs in a blanket beside some mustard dipping sauce one has a bite taken from it](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Mini-Pigs-in-Blanket-OurZestyLife-5-300x300.jpg)
Mini Pigs In a Blanket (Crescent Dogs)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 package cocktail smokies about 1 pound, approximately 40 smokies
- 12 ounces Crescent Grands 4 (1 package)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F. Line baking tray with parchment paper.
- Spread out 2 crescents and push seam slightly together. Cut into 10 strips, and cut in half. Wrap each smokie in one strip of crescent dough. Place on baking tray, leaving a bit of space between to allow the dough to rise in the oven.
- Bake 12-15 mins.*
Notes
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information does not include optional ingredients or garnish and is an estimate. It may change based on actual ingredients and cooking methods used.
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![These mini pigs in a blanket are impressive looking snacks that make the best finger food for a party or game day celebration. And made with only 2 ingredients, these tasty morsels are quick and easy to make. Delicious served with an assortment of dipping sauces like mustard, ketchup, cheese sauce, or ranch dip. #pigsinablanket #lilsmokiespigsinablanket #ourzestylife #crescentdogs close up of mini pigs in a blanket on a white plate, garnished with parsley, with cheese dipping sauce in the background, with a title](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/NP2-Mini-Pigs-In-A-Blanket-OurZestyLife.jpeg)
![Prepare mini pigs in a blanket ahead of time for a party, or let young guests help out and make their own mini crescent dogs. With just 2 ingredients, these crescent dogs make a great birthday party activity! And everyone can pick their own dipping sauce. Use mini sausages or even cut up hot dogs if mini hot dogs are not available. #pigsinablanket #lilsmokiespigsinablanket #ourzestylife #crescentdogs cooked mini pigs in a blanket on a baking sheet with a title](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/NP1-Mini-Pigs-In-A-Blanket-OurZestyLife.jpeg)
![Use mini hot dogs for this crescent dog recipe. Spicy sausages can also be used to make the best little smokies recipe anywhere around! Short on time and cannot find either? Cut regular hot dogs into bite sized chunks and proceed with the recipe. Need a non-pork option? Use all beef hotdogs or mini sausages without pork for a delicious alternative. #pigsinablanket #lilsmokiespigsinablanket #ourzestylife #crescentdogs mini pigs in a blanket on a white plate, garnished with parsley, with cheese dipping sauce in the background, and cooked crescent dogs under the title](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/LP2-Mini-Pigs-In-A-Blanket-OurZestyLife.jpeg)
![These mini pigs in a blanket scream for a dipping sauce! And there are so many varieties of dipping sauces to choose from, that it can be hard to pick! So why not try them all? Sweet and tangy honey mustard, a spicy Carolina or Chipoltle bbq sauce, dijon or a simple yellow mustard and ketchup are all delicious. Or try a ranch dressing, a queso cheese dip or even blue cheese! #pigsinablanket #lilsmokiespigsinablanket #ourzestylife #crescentdogs cooked mini pigs in a blanket on a parchment lined baking sheet with a title](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/LP1-Mini-Pigs-In-A-Blanket-OurZestyLife.jpeg)
Amazingly simple and yummy!