These Puff Pastry Pigs in a Blanket are a fun twist on the classic appetizer. Hot dogs and cheddar cheese are wrapped in flaky, buttery puff pastry, then topped with everything bagel seasoning and baked until golden brown.
They're easy to make and are perfect for game day, holidays, parties or anytime you need a crowd pleasing appetizer.
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You might be used to pigs in a blanket being made with crescent rolls. And those are great, trust me, you know I love me some crescent rolls but I love that using puff pastry makes these feel a little more special without really adding extra work.
If you're missing the traditional crescent rolls, go visit my recipe for Crescent Roll Bread or my Crescent Dough Apple Danish.
One of my favorite times to serve pigs in a blanket is during game nights. What is better than a few friends, some competition and waves of food. A perfect set up for me would be pigs in a blanket, jalapeno poppers, potato skins and a buffalo chicken dip.
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Ingredients
You only need a handful of ingredients to make these cheesy little appetizer bites.
- Hot dogs: Use your favorite brand. You'll cut them into smaller pieces before wrapping. Or you can use the cocktail sized if you can find them.
- Puff pastry: One sheet of frozen puff pastry, thawed according to package directions.
- Cheddar cheese: Shredded cheddar adds a little extra flavor and a cheesy center.
- Egg: Brushed onto the pastry to help seal the edges and give the tops a beautiful golden finish.
- Everything bagel seasoning: Adds a little crunch and plenty of flavor. But if it isn't your jam, simply top with a little coarse sea salt.
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Full instructions are also down in the recipe card.
- Step 1: Preheat oven. Roll out thawed puff pastry and cut into 18 pieces.
- Step 2: Place pastry pieces on lined baking sheet. Place a little cheese on one side, topped with the hot dog pieces. On the other end, brush a little of the egg. Roll up. Keep the seam side down.
- Step 3: Brush the pastry with the egg and sprinkle with the seasoning.
- Step 4: Bake 12-15 minutes until cheese is melted and pastry is golden.
Note: It is completely normal if some of the cheese melts out of the sides when cooking.
Substitutions / Variations
Switch the cheese: Try pepper jack for a little heat, or use Colby Jack or any cheddar blend.
Skip the seasoning: If everything bagel seasoning isn't your thing, leave it off or sprinkle the tops with a little flaky salt.
Change the filling: Cocktail sausages or little smokies can work in place of hot dogs. Just adjust the pastry size to fit.
Add a little mustard: Spread a thin layer of Dijon or yellow mustard on the pastry before adding the cheese and hot dog.
How to Serve
These are delicious on their own, but I like to put out some dippers for my guests.
Classic yellow mustard, honey mustard, ketchup, and barbecue sauce are all great choices. For something with a little kick, try spicy brown mustard or a spicy dipping sauce.
Make Ahead and Leftovers
Make ahead: Assemble the pigs in a blanket a few hours before baking, cover, and refrigerate. Brush with egg wash and add the seasoning just before putting them in the oven.
Store leftovers: Place cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Reheat: For the best texture, reheat in a 350°F oven or air fryer until warmed through and the pastry is crisp again.
Equipment
You don't need anything fancy for this recipe. You likely have everything you need. But if you are in the market for some new items, consider purchasing with my affiliate links which help me offset the cost of providing free recipes.
Silicone pastry brush /basting brushes. Easy to clean!
Reusable baking mats. You can use these in place of parchment paper.
Printable Recipe Card
Puff Pastry Pigs In A Blanket
Equipment
- Pastry Brush
Ingredients
- 6 regular sized hot dogs cut into thirds can also use little smokies or cocktail hotdogs instead
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry thawed per package instructions
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning or coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lightly beat the egg in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Roll out the defrosted puff pastry and cut into 18 rectangle pieces. Carefully separate them and transfer onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle a little cheese on half of each puff pastry rectangle. On the other half of the puff pastry, brush a little bit of egg wash. Place a hot dog piece on the cheese end and then roll towards the egg wash side. Keep the seam side down once rolled.
- Brush a little egg wash on the tops. Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning. (See note)
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden and cheese has melted.
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