Description
This festive Pigs In A Blanket Wreath is a fun and delicious appetizer perfect for gatherings and parties. Mini hot dogs are wrapped in buttery crescent roll dough brushed with tangy Dijon mustard, baked to golden perfection, and elegantly arranged in a wreath shape. Garnished with poppy seeds and fragrant rosemary sprigs, it’s both easy to make and irresistibly tasty, served alongside a bowl of ketchup for dipping.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 tube refrigerated crescent rolls
- 24 mini hot dogs
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water)
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- Rosemary sprigs, for decoration
- Ketchup, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dough: Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a large baking pan with parchment paper. Slice the crescent rolls lengthwise into thirds and brush each triangle generously with Dijon mustard to infuse flavor.
- Assemble the pigs in a blanket: Place one mini hot dog on the thick end of each crescent dough triangle and roll it up tightly, encasing the hot dog completely within the dough.
- Arrange wreath shape: On the prepared baking pan, arrange the rolled pigs in a blanket side by side in a close circle so they are touching, forming a wreath. This ensures even baking and a cohesive presentation.
- Brush and sprinkle: Brush the entire wreath with egg wash to promote browning and sprinkle with salt and poppy seeds for added texture and flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crescents are puffed and golden brown on top.
- Cool and decorate: Remove from the oven and let the wreath cool for at least 20 minutes to set. Then, decorate the inside circle of the wreath with fresh rosemary sprigs to add a beautiful, aromatic touch.
- Serve: Place a small bowl of ketchup in the center of the wreath and serve warm for dipping and sharing.
Notes
- Refrigerated crescent roll dough makes the preparation quick and easy.
- Mustard adds tang and keeps the rolls moist inside — don’t skip it!
- Allowing the wreath to cool helps keep the shape intact while serving.
- Rosemary adds a fresh, herbaceous aroma and enhances presentation.
- Can be made ahead and reheated gently before serving for convenience.
- Try substituting mini sausages or smoky breakfast links for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pigs in a blanket, appetizer, party food, crescent rolls, mini hot dogs, easy appetizer, party wreath, game day snacks, kid-friendly
