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Crispy Jalapeño Popper Pigs in a Blanket

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A spicy, creamy, and crispy twist on the classic pigs in a blanket snack, featuring jalapeños mixed into a cream cheese filling wrapped in flaky crescent dough. Perfect for quick appetizers and crowd-pleasing parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package crescent roll dough (about 8 oz / 227 g)
  • 24 mini cocktail sausages (about 14 oz / 400 g)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1–2 medium jalapeños, finely diced, seeds removed for less heat
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (about 50 g)
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, finely diced jalapeños, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  3. Unroll the crescent dough and press the perforations to seal into a single sheet.
  4. Cut the dough into 24 strips, about 1 inch wide.
  5. Spread about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each dough strip, then place one mini sausage on top.
  6. Roll the dough around the sausage and filling, pinching edges to seal tightly.
  7. Place wrapped sausages seam side down on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
  8. Brush each with the egg wash for a golden, crispy finish.
  9. Bake for 15-18 minutes until dough is puffed and golden brown, checking at 15 minutes to avoid over-browning.
  10. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow filling to set.

Notes

Softening cream cheese to room temperature helps mixing. Press crescent dough perforations to prevent leaking. Use about 1 teaspoon filling per strip to avoid tearing. Egg wash gives a golden, crispy crust. Can be baked in an air fryer at 350°F for 10-12 minutes. For gluten-free, substitute dough with gluten-free pastry sheets. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and plant-based cheese.

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