Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 package of cocktail sausages (12 oz)
- 1 can of refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup of BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 1 tbsp of Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp of apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Open the can of crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
3. Cut each triangle into three smaller triangles.
4. Place a cocktail sausage at the wide end of each triangle and roll it up.
5. Place the pigs in blankets on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
7. Brush the BBQ sauce mixture over the pigs in blankets, making sure to coat them evenly.
8. Bake the pigs in blankets for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the sausages are cooked through.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
375°F (190°C)
Serving size:
Makes 36 pigs in blankets
Nutritional information:
Calories: 70
Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of cocktail sausages you like.
- If you don't have BBQ sauce, you can use ketchup or tomato sauce instead.
- If you don't have honey, you can use maple syrup or brown sugar instead.
- If you don't have Dijon mustard, you can use regular mustard or whole grain mustard instead.
- If you don't have apple cider vinegar, you can use white vinegar or lemon juice instead.
Variations:
- You can add cheese to the pigs in blankets before rolling them up.
- You can use different types of sauces, such as sweet chili sauce or teriyaki sauce.
- You can add diced onions or peppers to the BBQ sauce mixture for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to brush the BBQ sauce mixture over the pigs in blankets evenly to ensure they are well coated.
- You can make these ahead of time and store them in the fridge until ready to bake.
- If you want to make these ahead of time, you can freeze them before baking and then bake them straight from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover pigs in blankets in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat, place the pigs in blankets on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the pigs in blankets on a platter and serve with toothpicks for easy serving.
Garnishes:
You can sprinkle some chopped parsley or green onions over the pigs in blankets for a pop of color.
Pairings:
These BBQ pigs in blankets go well with a variety of sides, such as coleslaw, potato salad, or baked beans.
Suggested side dishes:
- Coleslaw
- Potato salad
- Baked beans
- Corn on the cob
- Mac and cheese
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is not cooked through, you can bake the pigs in blankets for a few extra minutes.
- If the BBQ sauce mixture is too thick, you can thin it out with a bit of water or apple juice.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the sausages until they are fully cooked through to avoid any foodborne illnesses.
- Store any leftover pigs in blankets in the fridge and consume within 3 days.
Food history:
Pigs in blankets are a classic appetizer that originated in the United States in the 1950s.
Flavor profiles:
These BBQ pigs in blankets are sweet, tangy, and savory all at once.
Serving suggestions:
Serve these BBQ pigs in blankets as a party appetizer or as a fun snack for game day.
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