Breakfast Pigs in Blanket
Flaky cinnamon-roll dough wrapped around savory breakfast sausages creates a perfect sweet and savory brunch treat, ideal for busy mornings or cozy weekend meals.
Equipment
- 1 oven preheated to 375 °F
- 1 baking sheet lined with parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 can cinnamon-roll dough with icing
- 8 –10 breakfast sausage links or mini sausages
- maple syrup or honey for dipping optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 °F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Separate the cinnamon-roll dough into individual rolls and wrap each sausage link completely or partially with dough.
- Arrange the wrapped sausages on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Warm the included icing in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds and drizzle over the warm pigs in a blanket.
- Serve warm with optional maple syrup or honey for dipping.
Notes
- The cinnamon dough pairs well with savory sausage for a sweet-savory flavor.
- Use different sausage types like bratwurst or chicken sausages for variety.
- Add cinnamon sugar on dough before baking for extra sweetness.
- Pairs well with fruit, coffee, or scrambled eggs for a full brunch.