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Pretzel Pigs in a Blanket Recipe

Pretzel Pigs in a Blanket Recipe
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Pretzel Pigs in a Blanket are a fun and delicious appetizer that combines savory cocktail sausages wrapped in soft pizza dough, boiled briefly in a baking soda bath for that classic pretzel flavor, then baked to golden perfection. Served with a creamy cheese sauce for dipping, these bites are perfect for parties, game day, or any casual gathering.

Ingredients

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Dough and Sausage

  • 1 tube (13.8 ounces) pizza dough
  • 24 cocktail-sized sausage links

Boiling Solution

  • 5 cups water
  • ¼ cup (55 g) baking soda

Topping and Dipping

  • 1 large egg (room temperature, beaten)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Cheese sauce, for dipping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
  2. Roll and Cut Dough: Remove the pizza dough from the package and place it on a clean cutting board. Roll it out with a rolling pin into a rectangle about ¼-inch thick. Use a pizza cutter to cut the dough lengthwise in half, then cut each half into twelve 1-inch strips, making a total of 24 strips.
  3. Wrap Sausages: Place one cocktail sausage on each dough strip. Tightly roll the dough around the sausage until fully wrapped.
  4. Prepare Baking Soda Bath: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring 5 cups of water to a light boil. Add the ¼ cup of baking soda and stir until dissolved.
  5. Boil Wrapped Sausages: Working in batches of 3 to 4, carefully lower the wrapped sausages into the boiling baking soda water. Boil each batch for 20 to 30 seconds. Then, use a slotted spoon to remove them and place onto the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Egg Wash and Salt: Brush the top of each dough-wrapped sausage with the beaten egg to give a shiny finish. Sprinkle evenly with kosher salt for flavor and texture.
  7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the dough turns a deep golden brown color.
  8. Serving: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Serve warm with the cheese sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Using room temperature egg ensures easier brushing for an even coating and better browning.
  • The baking soda bath is key to achieving the traditional pretzel texture and flavor.
  • Feel free to swap cocktail sausages with mini hot dogs or vegetarian sausage for a different twist.
  • Cheese sauce can be homemade or store-bought; a sharp cheddar sauce pairs exceptionally well.
  • If you don’t have a rolling pin, use a clean bottle to roll out the dough thinly and evenly.

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Keywords: pretzel pigs in a blanket, pretzel dogs, cocktail sausages, appetizer, party snacks, cheese sauce dip, baked snacks

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