The Pigs in a Blanket party appetizer is perfect on its own but Everything But Bagel Seasoning takes it to the next level! A simple two ingredient (plus seasoning) is the best way to please a crowd in minutes!
Let me take you back.
It’s Christmas morning. Your mom let you open the blue container of crescent dough. You pull back the wrapper and smash it against the countertop in anxious anticipation of the POP. After adding love and care to each piece you hand-rolled they’re placed in the oven. Soon, the comforting smells drift from the oven filling your home. As they come out of the oven you quickly snatch one up and pop it in your mouth without concern of the temperature because you just can’t wait to taste this simple classic.
If you’re from the midwest you already KNOW what i’m talking about.
Simple How-To’s
Making pigs in a blanket doesn’t have to be reserved for a party or gathering. They’re easy to make and are the perfect snack for any day of the week, too!
- Divide crescent dough into two
- Roll up li’l smokie
- Add butter and Everything But The Bagel Seasoning then pop in the oven
So simple you can have them ready in MINUTES!
New Variations on Pigs in a Blanket
The classic plain version of pigs in a blanket are spectacular, but they can be taken in so many different ways. You could add in
- Cheese
- A piece of bacon
- Some jalapeño
- Salt and pepper
- Caramelized onions and topped with sesame seeds
- Pepperoni’s
What Dip?
Now that you see all the flavor variations pigs in a blanket can have, now multiply it by all of your dipping sauce options. Basically, the flavor combinations are endless!
- Ketchup
- Mustard (honey, grey poupon, yellow)
- BBQ
- Balsamic
- Ranch
- Chipotle ranch
- Pizza sauce
- Queso
- Hummus
Need I give you yet another reason to make pigs in a blanket? Well, if it happens to be April 24th then it’s your lucky day- National Pigs-In-A-Blanket Day! Don’t just trust me. The Fact Site say’s it to be true!
Need some more appetizers? Try my:
- Air Fryer Zucchini Bites
- Mini Bell Pepper Poppers
- Veggies with Greek Yogurt and Herb Dip
- Guacummus with pita or tortilla chips
As always, let me know in the comments below how they turn out and tag me on Instagram so I can see them too!
Pigs in a Blanket with Everything But The Bagel Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 Package Pillsbury Crescent Rolls original or butter flavor
- 1 Package Eckrich Li'l Smokies
- Everything But The Bagel Seasoning
- 1 Tablespoon Butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350. Lay out crescent dough. Cut each (8) dough triangle into two triangles. Place a single li'l smokie on the long end and roll towards the pointed end.
- Melt butter. Use a basting brush to evenly cover roll. Sprinkle with desired amount of Everything But The Bagel Seasoning. Repeat until all dough is used.
- Place baking sheet full of pigs in a blanket in oven. Bake in oven 10-15 minutes until golden.
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