Ingredients
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Here’s what you’ll need to make about 12 Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket:
For the Filling
12 breakfast sausage links (pork, chicken, or turkey)
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
¼ cup milk (for fluffy eggs)
1 tablespoon butter (for scrambling eggs)
½ teaspoon saltBaking parchment paperBreakfast meal kits
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or American cheese slices cut into strips)
For the Wrap
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1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz) or
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed or
Homemade pancake batter (for pancake-style wraps)
For Finishing
1 egg yolk beaten with 1 teaspoon water (egg wash, optional, for golden finish if using pastry)
Maple syrup or honey, for dipping (optional)
Equipment Needed
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Nonstick skillet
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Rolling pin (if using puff pastry)
Pastry brush (for egg wash)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Sausages
Heat a skillet over medium heat.
Cook the breakfast sausage links until browned and cooked through (about 6–8 minutes).
Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease.
Step 2: Scramble the Eggs
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
Melt butter in a skillet and pour in the egg mixture.
Cook on low heat, stirring gently, until soft scrambled (still slightly creamy, not dry).
Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Dough
If using crescent roll dough: Unroll and separate into 8 triangles, then press seams together to make 12 smaller rectangles.
If using puff pastry: Roll out and cut into 12 rectangles.
If using pancakes: Cook small thin pancakes about 4–5 inches wide to use as wraps.
Step 4: Assemble
Place a small scoop of scrambled eggs and a sprinkle of cheese onto each dough rectangle.
Lay a sausage link on top.
Roll tightly, tucking edges so the filling doesn’t spill.
Place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 5: Bake
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Brush tops with egg wash if using pastry for shine.
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
Step 6: Serve
Serve warm with maple syrup, ketchup, or hot sauce on the side for dipping.
Preparation Time
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: ~38 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving, 1 pig in a blanket)
Calories: ~215
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 65mg
Sodium: 420mg
Fiber: <1g
Sugar: 2g
(Values vary depending on dough and sausage type.)
