Puff Pastry Pigs in a Blanket Recipe

Puff Pastry Pigs in a Blanket are a quick and delicious appetizer, simple and flavorful snacks perfect for a brunch or a birthday buffet along with other delicious finger foods: they're a real hit with kids. They're made with just a few simple ingredients: puff pastry, large hot dog sausages, mustard, egg for brushing, and black and white sesame seeds for the top. Bake in about 20 minutes, and these delicious savory snacks are ready to enjoy.

How to Make Puff Pastry Pigs in a Blanket

Step 1

Step 1

Cut each roll of puff pastry in half.

Cut each roll of puff pastry in half.

Step 2

Step 2

Spread about a tablespoon of mustard on each half sheet of puff pastry.

Spread about a tablespoon of mustard on each half sheet of puff pastry.

Step 3

Step 3

Place a sausage on each half sheet, removing the two ends first.

Place a sausage on each half sheet, removing the two ends first.

Step 4

Step 4

Wrap the puff pastry around the sausage, rolling it up, keeping the pastry closed at the bottom.

Wrap the puff pastry around the sausage, rolling it up, keeping the pastry closed at the bottom.

Step 5

Step 5

Cut each roll into slices about 3 cm thick.

Cut each roll into slices about 3 cm thick.

Step 6

Step 6

Arrange the rolls on a baking tray lined with baking paper and brush with beaten egg.

Arrange the rolls on a baking tray lined with baking paper and brush with beaten egg.

Step 7

Step 7

Garnish with white and black sesame seeds.

Garnish with white and black sesame seeds.

Step 8

Step 8

Bake at 350°F/180°C for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Bake at 350°F/180°C for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 9

Step 9

Enjoy!

Enjoy!

FAQs

What are the best sausages for these pigs in a blanket?

For the preparation you can use pork or chicken sausages: the important thing is that they are of excellent quality.

Can I make them in an air fryer?

Yes! Cook them at 360°F (182°C) for about 10–12 minutes, arranging them seam-side down in a lined basket and leaving space so the pastry can puff properly.

Can I make in advance?

Of course! Assemble the bites, cover, and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before cooking, then brush with egg and bake or air fry just before serving. You can also freeze them unbaked and cook straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

Storage Instructions

If you have any leftovers, you can cover them with cling film and keep them for 1 day: heat them for a few minutes in the oven or microwave before enjoying them.