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Pigs in a Blanket (with a TWIST!)

Cathy Roma Published: Dec 6, 2019

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Everyone's favorite appetizer, pigs in a blanket with a twist! Jumbo franks twisted in strips of puff pastry, melted cheese, and a sprinkle of seeds make it party ready!
Everyone’s favorite appetizer, pigs in a blanket with a twist! Jumbo franks twisted in strips of puff pastry, melted cheese, and a sprinkle of seeds make it party ready!
Pigs in a Blanket with a TWIST! on a cutting board being sliced into bite size pieces with a serrated knife.

Young or old, pigs in a blanket are everyone’s favorite party food. They’re not fancy, but damn are they good. Today we’re elevating these little piggies just a smidge with…

…cheddar cheese

…a crunchy, seeded topping and

…flaked sea salt.

Pigs in a Blanket with a TWIST! just out of the oven on a baking sheet.

Instead if using little smokies or even regular hot dogs, I recommend using jumbo franks when making pigs in a blanket with a twist. They have the best flavor and you’ll have the perfect ratio of frank to pastry.

Puff pastry is easy to find in the freezer section of your grocery store and one slightly rolled sheet is the perfect fit for one package of jumbo franks. I slice the puff pastry into strips (use a pizza cutter or sharp knife) and wrap two strips around each frank for maximum coverage.

Pigs in a Blanket with a TWIST! on a cutting board being sliced into bite size pieces.

The cheddar cheese is a tasty addition and the seeds and smoked sea salt dress up the pigs in a blanket and make them even a teensy bit adult. These are the perfect appetizer for your holiday party, Super Bowl, or just hanging out with a couple of cold beers and a movie over the weekend.

Word of advice though, consider doubling the recipe. These pigs in a blanket with a twist won’t last!!

Pigs in a Blanket with a TWIST! on a cutting board being sliced into bite size pieces with a serrated knife.

Let’s Make Pigs in a Blanket with a TWIST!

Step by step photos showing how to make Pigs in a Blanket with a TWIST! Lay out the puff pastry sheet (1), roll out slightly (2), cut into 8 strips (3), rolll the strips around the frank (4).
  1. Lay the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
  2. Roll the puff pastry into a 10 x 12 rectangle.
  3. Slice into 8 strips.
  4. Wrap each frank in 1 1/2 slices of cheddar cheese. Brush two strips wit egg wash and wrap on strip around half of the frank.
Step by step photos showing how to make Pigs in a Blanket with a TWIST! Finish rolling the franks (5), lay them on a sheet tray (6), brush with egg wash and sprinkle with seeds (7), bake until puffed and golden brown (8).
  1. Roll the other half with the remaining strip.
  2. Repeat with the remaining franks, cheese, and puff pastry. Lay on a lined sheet tray.
  3. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with seeds and salt.
  4. Bake until puffed and golden, slice and serve.

Tips for success

  • I recommend jumbo franks for this recipe, but regular size franks can be substituted.
  • These pigs in a blanket taste great with a mix of seeds and flaky sea salt. Use your favorites: poppy, sesame, anise, caraway, fennel, etc.
  • Use a serrated knife to slice the wrapped franks into bite size pieces.
  • Honey mustard tastes great for dipping, but any mustard or even ketchup will work too.
  • This recipe doubles easily. Make extra, they go fast!
A white recatangle platter of Pigs in a Blanket with a TWIST! with dish of mustard in the middle.

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Pigs in a Blanket with a TWIST! on a wooden cutting board with mustard and a serrated knife.
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Pigs in a Blanket with a TWIST!
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Chilling Time
15 mins
Total Time
55 mins
 

Everyone's favorite appetizer, pigs in a blanket with a twist! Jumbo franks twisted in strips of puff pastry, melted cheese, and a sprinkle of seeds make it party ready!

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pigs in a blanket
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 537 kcal
Author: Cathy Roma | What Should I Make For…
Ingredients
  • 12 oz jumbo beef franks (1 pkg of 4 franks)
  • 8 oz puff pastry (1 sheet)
  • 6 slices cheddar cheese
  • 1 egg, beaten with a Tbsp of water
  • 2 Tbsp seeds (I like a mix of sesame, poppy, and caraway seeds)
  • 1 tsp sea salt flakes (I like Maldon smoked sea salt flakes)
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Roll the sheet of puff pastry on a floured board to roughly 10 x 12 inches.

  2. Cut the puff pastry lengthwise into eight 1-inch strips.

  3. Brush two strips with egg wash. Wrap one frank in 1 1/2 slices of cheddar cheese. Wind one strip around half of the frank. Repeat with the other strip. Repeat with the remaining franks and puff pastry strips.

  4. Lay the the puff pastry wrapped franks on a lined baking sheet. Brush each of them liberally with egg wash and sprinkle the tops and sides with the seeds. Top with salt.

  5. Chill the wrapped franks in the refrigeraror for at least 15 mins. Bake until puffed and golden, about 20 mins.

  6. Slice each wrapped frannk into 5 pieces each. Serve with mustard if desired.

Recipe Notes
  • I recommend jumbo franks for this recipe, but regular size franks can be substituted.
  • These pigs in a blanket taste great with a mix of seeds and flaky sea salt. Use your favorites: poppy, sesame, anise, caraway, fennel, etc.
  • Use a serrated knife to slice the wrapped franks into bite size pieces.
  • Honey mustard tastes great for dipping, but any mustard or even ketchup will work too.
  • This recipe doubles easily. Make extra, they go fast!
Nutrition Facts
Pigs in a Blanket with a TWIST!
Amount Per Serving
Calories 537 Calories from Fat 387
% Daily Value*
Fat 43g66%
Saturated Fat 17g106%
Cholesterol 88mg29%
Sodium 1247mg54%
Potassium 134mg4%
Carbohydrates 19g6%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 18g36%
Vitamin A 320IU6%
Calcium 215mg22%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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About Cathy Roma

My food philosophy is simple: everything in moderation. Sweet, savory, healthy, decadent…food, like life, is all about balance. I rely on my background as a trained chef/mom to create family-friendly recipes that will inspire you to cook, not complicate your life.

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  1. Jessica Leale says

    December 13, 2019 at 1:39 pm

    Making for the “Cousins Christmas” next weekend. Thank you for the inspiration!!

    Reply
  2. Al says

    December 23, 2020 at 8:05 pm

    5 stars
    This looks great and I’m trying it for Christmas, just letting you know it says “poopy seeds” hahaha

    Reply
    • Cathy Roma says

      January 5, 2021 at 1:46 pm

      Ha! Good catch! No one wants a poopy seed on their pigs in a blanket!

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