Description

This Cheesy Pigs in a Blanket recipe with savory ranch flavor combines mini smokie sausages wrapped in buttery crescent dough filled with cheddar cheese. The rolls are brushed with a delicious mixture of melted butter, ranch seasoning, and Parmesan cheese, then baked until golden and gooey. Perfect for game days, parties, or quick snacks, served with ranch dressing for dipping.

Ingredients

Scale

Dough and Sausages

1 (8 oz) can crescent dough
16 little smokies sausages
8 slices mild or sharp cheddar cheese

Butter Mixture and Toppings

4 tablespoons salted butter, melted
2 teaspoons dry ranch seasoning mix
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Chopped or dried parsley for garnish

Dipping

Ranch dressing for dipping

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick liner to make cleanup easier.
Prepare Dough: Roll out the crescent dough and separate it into 8 triangles. Cut each triangle in half lengthwise to create 16 smaller triangles, perfect size for wrapping each mini sausage.
Assemble Rolls: On the wider end of each triangle, place a small piece of cheddar cheese and then one little smokie sausage on top. Roll tightly toward the pointed end, sealing the edges to keep the filling inside. Place each roll seam side down on the baking sheet, spacing them evenly for proper baking.
Brush with Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together melted salted butter, dry ranch seasoning mix, grated Parmesan cheese, and optional parsley until well combined. Generously brush this mixture over the tops of each roll to add flavor and help create a golden crust.
Bake: Bake the pigs in a blanket for 14 to 16 minutes or until the dough is puffed, golden brown, and fully cooked. The cheese inside will be melted and gooey.
Cool and Serve: Allow the rolls to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce to complement the savory flavor.

Notes

Experiment with different seasonings like garlic powder or everything bagel seasoning for added flavor variety.
For a spicy kick, add a slice of jalapeño or cooked bacon inside each roll.
To prevent the dough from softening while working, chill half of the dough.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: pigs in a blanket, crescent dough, ranch seasoning, cheesy snacks, party appetizer, game day food, mini sausages, easy appetizers