Baseball Game Day Pigs Blanket (Printable Version)

Mini sausages wrapped in puff pastry paired with a tangy mustard dip for crowd-pleasing snacks.

# 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, approximately 1/2 inch wide.
03 - Pat the sausages dry with paper towels. Wrap each sausage with a pastry strip, pressing the seam firmly to seal.
04 - Place wrapped sausages seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
05 - Whisk the egg with water in a small bowl. Brush each pastry-wrapped sausage with the egg wash mixture. If desired, sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds.
06 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
07 - While baking, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
08 - Transfer the pigs in a blanket to a serving platter. Serve warm with the mustard dip on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Requires only a handful of simple, accessible ingredients
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd without the stress
  • Golden, flaky puff pastry provides an irresistible texture
  • Homemade mustard dip adds a gourmet touch
  • Ideal for game day, parties, or casual gatherings
02 -
  • Keep puff pastry cold while working to ensure maximum puffiness
  • Pat sausages completely dry before wrapping for better pastry adhesion
  • Brush egg wash generously for a beautiful golden color
  • Don't skip the parchment paper—it prevents sticking and makes cleanup easy
  • Make the mustard dip ahead of time to let flavors meld
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor
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