Description
Holiday Pigs in a Blanket are the ultimate festive appetizer that combines flaky puff pastry with savory mini sausages. These bite-sized treats are not only easy to prepare but also offer a delightful twist with their maple mustard glaze. Perfect for holiday parties, game day gatherings, or any cozy get-together, they promise to impress your guests and make you the star of the event. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can whip up these delicious snacks in no time, ensuring they are a hit at your next celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mini cocktail sausages
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Flour (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lightly dust a surface with flour and roll out the puff pastry until smooth. Cut into strips about 1 inch wide and 4 inches long.
- Wrap each sausage in a pastry strip and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a bowl, mix maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and thyme to create the glaze.
- Brush each wrapped sausage with beaten egg and drizzle the glaze on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown, then let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pigs in a blanket (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg