Mini Piggies in a Blanket

The easiest, most crowd-pleasing party snack perfect for when life gets busy, but you still want to show up with something homemade.

Let’s be honest some days we barely have time to throw our hair in a bun, let alone whip up a fancy appetizer for a party. Whether it’s a kid’s birthday, a game-day potluck, or a neighborhood get-together where everyone’s “just bringing something small”… this is the recipe that always saves the day.

Mini Piggies in a Blanket. Cute name. Big flavor. Zero stress.

This is one of those go-to recipes I keep in my back pocket for all the little moments where I want to show up with something warm and comforting without turning my kitchen into a disaster zone or needing a grocery list longer than my arm.

And the best part? Kids and adults go nuts over them. Like, “they’re gone before I can even set down the tray” kind of nuts.

Why I Love This Recipe (and You Will Too)

These little guys check all the boxes:

• Quick and easy: We’re talking less than 30 minutes start to finish.
• Minimal ingredients: Just 5 simple things you can grab in one swoop at the store.
• No stress: No tricky dough rolling, no fancy tools, and zero culinary degree required.
• Party perfect: They’re the first to disappear at any gathering. Every. Single. Time.

The Recipe: Mini Piggies in a Blanket

Instructions:

1. Preheat that oven
Check the temperature on your croissant dough packaging most are around 350°F (175°C). Preheat your oven while you get the piggies prepped.

2. Unroll the croissant dough
Open up the can and unroll the dough. You’ll see 12 triangles perfect, but we want mini piggies, so…

3. Cut each triangle in half
Yep, slice each triangle lengthwise to make 24 smaller triangles. Trust me, these little wraps are just the right size for cocktail sausages.

4. Wrap the sausages
Take a mini triangle, place a sausage at the wide end, and roll it up like a sleeping bag. Easy peasy. Repeat until all the sausages are snug and cozy in their doughy blankets.

5. Brush with egg wash
Crack and beat your egg(s), then use a pastry brush (or your fingers if you’re like me and can’t find the brush) to lightly coat each wrapped piggy. This helps them bake up golden and gorgeous.

6. Sprinkle with poppy seeds
Totally optional, but it gives them a little flair and a hint of nutty flavor. Sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning work great too if you want to mix it up!

7. Line them up on a baking sheet
Use parchment paper for easy cleanup (future you will be grateful). Space them out so they’re not touching. They need room to puff and get golden.

8. Bake!
Pop the tray into your preheated oven and bake for 15–18 minutes. Keep an eye on them after the 15-minute mark. You want them golden brown and delicious.

9. Let them cool (just a bit!) and serve
Once they’re baked, give them a couple minutes to cool down. Then plate them up and serve with your favorite dips ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce, or even a spicy aioli if you’re feeling fancy.

Tips from My Kitchen to Yours

Make-ahead magic:
If you’ve got a party the next day, you can assemble these the night before, pop the tray in the fridge, and bake fresh before serving.

Freeze for later:
These freeze beautifully before baking. Lay them on a tray, freeze until solid, then transfer to a bag. Bake from frozen just add a few extra minutes.

Kid-friendly task:
Let the kids help roll the sausages it’s a great job for little hands, and they love being part of the kitchen fun.

Want a veggie version?
Try veggie dogs! Or go totally different and wrap tiny pieces of cheese and roasted red pepper for a meatless snack.

There’s something so nostalgic and comforting about pigs in a blanket. It’s a simple, food but it brings people together in a way that fancy appetizers just… don’t. There’s no pressure to eat them politely or with a fork. You grab one, dunk it in your favorite sauce, and pop it in your mouth.

What to Serve with Mini Piggies in a Blanket

Planning a little spread? Here are some crowd-pleasers that pair perfectly:

• Veggie tray with ranch or onion dip – keep it fresh and crunchy
• Cheese board – because cheese makes everything better
• Fruit skewers – sweet and colorful
• Deviled eggs – old-school, but always popular
• Mini sliders or sandwiches – if you’re going for a full buffet

But honestly? These can totally stand on their own. They are smple, satisfying, and made with love (and a little store-bought dough because we’re not out here trying to be superheroes).

So next time you need a quick appetizer, give these a try.

Check Out More Crowd-Pleasing Snacks

• Easy Potato Fritters
• Mini Caprese Pizzas
• Pecan Bacon Cheeseball
• Dorito Chicken Tenders

Mini Pigs in a Blanket

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Ingredients

  

• 1 can of refrigerated croissant dough usually makes 12 croissants
• 24 cocktail sausages aka mini hot dogs, pre-cooked
• 1–2 eggs beaten (this is your egg wash)
• 1 tsp poppy seeds optional, but they add a lovely crunch + pop of color

Instructions

 

• Check the temperature on your croissant dough packaging. Most are around 350°F (175°C). Preheat your oven while you get the piggies prepped.
• Open up the can (we all know the jump scare it gives, every time!) and unroll the dough. You’ll see 12 triangles perfect, but we want mini piggies, so…
• Cut each triangle in half. Yep, slice each triangle lengthwise to make 24 smaller triangles. Trust me, these little wraps are just the right size for cocktail sausages.
• Take a mini triangle, place a sausage at the wide end, and roll it up like a sleeping bag. Easy peasy. Repeat until all the sausages are snug and cozy in their doughy blankets.
• Crack and beat your egg(s), then use a pastry brush (or your fingers if you’re like me and can’t find the brush) to lightly coat each wrapped piggy. This helps them bake up golden and gorgeous.
• Sprinkle with poppy seeds. Totally optional, but it gives them a little flair and a hint of nutty flavor. Sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning work great too if you want to mix it up!
• Line them up on a baking sheet. Use parchment paper for easy cleanup (future you will be grateful). Space them out so they’re not touching. They need room to puff and get golden.
• Pop the tray into your preheated oven and bake for 15–18 minutes. Keep an eye on them after the 15-minute mark. You want them golden brown and delicious.
• Once they’re baked, give them a couple minutes to cool down. Then plate them up and serve with your favorite dips ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce, or even a spicy aioli if you’re feeling fancy.