If I had a dollar for every Saturday my family gathered around the TV to watch Penn State football while devouring these buttery little bites of joy... well, let’s just say I could probably afford season tickets!

These Pigs in a Blanket were a staple at every college football watch party growing up - and honestly, they’ve never gone out of style. Golden, flaky crescent dough wrapped around juicy beef Lil Smokies? Come on now. That’s not a snack, that’s a celebration!

Pigs in a Blanket – The Ultimate 1980s Game Day Classic!

Whether you're cheering for your favorite team, throwing a retro party, or just in the mood for a ridiculously easy appetizer that people will inhale faster than you can say “touchdown,” this recipe has your back!

Ingredients You’ll Need:

24 Lil Smokies (I always use beef, but you do you!)
1 (8 oz) tube crescent roll dough

Tools of the Trade:

Baking sheet (lined or greased, your call)
Sharp knife
Cutting board

How to Make These Game Day Beauties:

Preheat that oven to 375°F. We’ve got work to do!

Unroll your crescent dough and separate it along the perforated lines to get 8 triangles.

Now for the magic: cut each triangle into 3 smaller triangles. It’s like tiny dough blankets - adorable and effective!

Place one Lil Smokie at the wide end of each triangle and roll it on up like it’s swaddled for nap time.

Arrange your mini roll-ups on a baking sheet with just a bit of space between them. Bake for about 12 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and irresistible.

Tips, Tricks & Fancy Schmancy Ideas:

Make it cheesy! Add a little sliver of cheddar before rolling them up. I’m talking gooey-in-the-middle goodness.
Want ‘em crispy? Brush the tops with a beaten egg before baking for that extra golden finish.
Dips for days: Classic ketchup, honey mustard, spicy BBQ, or even a jalapeño ranch if you’re feeling fancy!
Switch it up: Don’t like beef? Turkey or veggie versions of Lil Smokies totally work too.
Holiday hack: Add a tiny sprig of rosemary on the tray post-bake for a festive flair. It’s giving “I have my life together,” even if you don’t.

Yield: 24

Pigs In A Blanket

Name: Pigs In A Blanket
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 24
Ingredients: 24 Lil Smokies (I used Beef); 8 oz tube crescent rolls

These bite-sized beauties are pure retro comfort: beefy Lil Smokies wrapped in golden crescent roll dough and baked until they're flaky, buttery perfection.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes

Total Time 22 minutes

Ingredients

24 Lil Smokies (I used Beef)
8 oz tube crescent rolls

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
Until the dough sheet and pull apart at the perforations to divide it into the 8 triangles. Cut each triangle into
Set a Lil Smokie on the wider end of the triangle, and roll until it meets the thinner end.
Arrange them all on a large baking sheet (or use two smaller ones), then transfer to the oven and bake for 12 minutes, or until golden.

Notes

You will need the following items to make this recipe: Sharp knife, cutting board, baking sheet

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 66Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 124mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 2g

These lil’ guys are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. I’ve seen full-grown adults nearly come to blows over the last one at family gatherings! So make a double batch if you're hosting - trust me!

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