Name: Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 breakfast sausages; 1 tube refrigerated crescent rolls; 1 large egg; 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or preferred dairy); 1 tablespoon brown sugar; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; Pinch of kosher salt; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Introduction

Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket are a delightful twist on the classic snack, perfect for a comforting morning treat. Flaky crescent rolls wrapped around savory breakfast sausages, lightly brushed with a sweet cinnamon custard, make these irresistible finger foods ideal for family breakfasts or brunch gatherings.

A white oval plate holds six golden-brown crescent rolls, each with a slightly shiny and textured crust sprinkled lightly with sugar crystals. One crescent roll shows a bit of a brown filling peeking out from the rounded end. Next to the rolls, on the left side of the plate, there is a small clear glass cup filled with a deep red syrup. The plate sits on a white marbled surface that softly reflects the natural light coming from the left, creating bright highlights and gentle shadows. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Step 2: Cook the breakfast sausages according to the package directions and allow them to cool slightly.

Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, heavy cream, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt to create a French toast custard mixture.

Step 4: Open the tube of crescent rolls and separate the dough into individual triangles along the perforations.

Step 5: Place one crescent dough triangle on your work surface with the fat end nearest you. Brush the surface with the French toast custard mixture.

Step 6: Lay one sausage across the bottom of the dough triangle and roll the dough up away from you, enclosing the sausage. Then brush the outside of the rolled dough with more of the custard mixture.

Step 7: Arrange the wrapped sausages on the prepared sheet pan and repeat the process with the remaining sausages and dough pieces.

Step 8: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and puffed up.

Step 9: For a sweet finishing touch, combine 2 tablespoons granulated sugar with ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon. Rub a small amount of butter over each hot pig in a blanket and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top immediately after removing them from the oven.

Step 10: Serve warm with maple syrup for dipping to enjoy a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors.

Tips & Variations

Swap breakfast sausages for flavored or spicy varieties to add a little kick.

Use milk instead of heavy cream to lighten the custard mixture.

Add a sprinkle of shredded cheese inside the dough before rolling for a gooey surprise.

Serve with mustard or your favorite dipping sauce instead of maple syrup for a savory option.

FAQs

Can I prepare pigs in a blanket ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble them a few hours before baking. Keep them covered in the refrigerator and bake just before serving to maintain freshness and flakiness.

What can I use instead of crescent roll dough?

If crescent roll dough is unavailable, puff pastry or biscuit dough can be a good substitute, though the texture will be slightly different. Adjust baking times as needed.