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Cheesy Pigs In A Blanket

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A fun and delicious snack of flaky pastry wrapped around juicy hot dogs and gooey cheese, perfect for parties or cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can crescent roll dough (8 ounce can)
  • 8 pieces beef hot dogs
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese, cut into strips
  • 1 each egg, beaten (optional, for egg wash) For an egg wash to give a golden finish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Open the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
  4. Cut each triangle into smaller strips or halves, depending on the size of your sausages.
  5. Place a strip of cheese on each piece of dough.
  6. Place a sausage at the wider end of the dough and roll it up snugly, making sure the cheese is tucked inside.
  7. Brush the top of each roll with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds or bagel seasoning for extra flavor.
  8. Arrange the pigs in a blanket on the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
  2. Let cool slightly and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgSugar: 1g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave for best results. Tips include: not leaving too much space between rolls for even cooking, experimenting with different cheeses, and adding herbs or spices to the dough.
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