Description
A fun and hearty twist on pigs in a blanket, featuring juicy bratwursts wrapped in golden crescent dough and baked until perfectly crisp—ideal for parties, game days, or easy dinners.
Ingredients
- 6 bratwursts, fully cooked
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp poppy seeds or sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 cup sauerkraut or caramelized onions (optional for serving)
- Mustard or dipping sauces of choice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles.
- Cut each bratwurst in half for 12 pieces or leave whole for larger servings.
- Wrap each brat piece in a crescent triangle, starting at the wide end and rolling toward the tip.
- Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Brush tops with melted butter and sprinkle with poppy or sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with mustard, sauerkraut, or dipping sauces.
Notes
- For extra flavor, lightly pan-sear bratwursts before wrapping.
- Use cheddar-stuffed brats or add a slice of cheese under the dough for a cheesy version.
- Great with beer cheese dip for parties.
- Can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American