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Big Poppa's Pigs In A Blanket

Big Poppa’s Pigs in a Blanket

When game day rolls around, you need food that fuels the excitement without keeping you stuck in the kitchen. That’s why Big Poppa’s Pigs in a Blanket deserves a spot on your roster of perfect game day recipes. This isn’t the same old cocktail weenie appetizer — it’s a bold, smoky twist that combines hot sausage, buttery crescent dough, and a sweet-heat kick of pepper jelly.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Quick & Easy: Just a few ingredients, ready in minutes.
  • Bold Flavor: Juicy sausage + flaky dough + pepper jelly glaze.
  • Versatile: Perfect for game day, holiday parties, or family gatherings.

The best part? These little flavor bombs aren’t limited to football season. Serve them at tailgates, holiday parties, or even family dinners when you need a quick crowd-pleaser. You can smoke them for extra depth, bake them in your oven, or change up the seasonings with Big Poppa favorites like Sweet Money Hot or Jallelujah Jalapeno.

Pro Tips

  • Smoke It: For an extra layer of BBQ flavor, cook these at 325°F on a drum smoker or pellet grill.
  • Spice It Up: Add a sprinkle of Sweet Money Hot rub before baking for a sweet-heat kick.
  • Serve With Sauce: Pair with Granny’s BBQ Sauce or a mustard dip for variety.

Perfect for Every Occasion

Game day snacks should be fun, sharable, and downright irresistible — and that’s exactly what this recipe delivers. Juicy sausage wrapped in flaky dough with a sticky-sweet glaze hits every note of comfort food while bringing in competition-level BBQ flavor. Whether you’re cheering from the couch, hosting a backyard watch party, or pulling off a last-minute get-together, this dish is ready to be your MVP.

FAQs

Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble the pigs in a blanket, refrigerate up to 24 hours, then bake fresh on game day.
Can I freeze them?
Absolutely. Freeze unbaked, then cook from frozen at 350°F for 20–25 minutes until golden.
What kind of sausage works best?
Hot sausage links bring bold flavor, but you can swap in bratwurst, smoked sausage, or even mini hot dogs for a milder version.

Add Big Poppa’s Pigs in a Blanket to your game day lineup!

Grab Big Poppa’s Sweet Money Hot or Jallelujah Jalapeno to make this recipe a standout.

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Pigs In A Blanket

Pigs In A Blanket

Big Poppa

Servings

6

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

17 minutes

Cuisine

American

Category

Appetizer, Side

A delicious twist to the classic Pigs in a Blanket

Pigs in a blanket have become a staple at large gatherings. Their miniature form makes them the perfect finger food. Big Poppa’s smoked version of Pigs in a Blanket is a simple, yet delicious twist to the classic Pigs in a Blanket.

If you weren’t already a fan of this appetizer, you will be now.

Ingredients

  • 1 tube Original Crescent Rolls (8 count)
  • 1 pack of Hot Louisiana Pre-cooked Smoked Sausage (4 count)
  • 1 jar Hot Pepper Jelly

Directions

  1. Preheat smoker to 325F
  2. Slice sausages into 3rds, 9 pieces total
  3. Find seam of the crescent dough and roll out dough into strips
  4. Roll sliced sausage in the dough, enough to cover the entire piece, trim excess dough as needed
  5. Put onto a greased pan
  6. Place pigs in a blanket on greased pan
  7. Place into the smoker for 17 minutes, or until dough is golden brown
  8. Remove from smoker, place on a plate
  9. Spoon pepper jelly over the pigs in a blanket, about 1 teaspoon, or to taste
  10. Serve

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