Bring a little extra fun to your holiday table with this recipe for Pigs in a Blanket Christmas Wreath Appetizer.
It’s easy to assemble, always a crowd favorite, and perfect for Christmas parties, potlucks, or any holiday celebration where you want something simple, delicious, and playful to serve.
Be sure to check out my other crescent roll recipes for even more easy, fun, and festive ideas to make your holiday celebrations delicious.
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Recipe at a Glance
Prep: 15 min | Cook/Bake: 14 min | Difficulty: Easy
What it is: A fun holiday appetizer made with crescent dough wrapped around mini sausages and shaped into a festive wreath. It bakes up golden, tender, and perfect for dipping.
Why you’ll love it: It’s simple to assemble, great for gatherings, and always a family-friendly favorite during the holidays.
How to make it: Wrap each sausage with crescent dough, arrange them in a wreath shape on a baking sheet, and bake until lightly golden. Add a small bowl of dipping sauce in the center for serving.
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Table of Contents
- Recipe at a Glance
- Why This Recipe Belongs on Your Holiday Table
- Recommended Kitchen Tools
- My Kitchen Tools Essentials
- Ingredients You’ll Need
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
- Storage & Serving Tips
- Recipe FAQ's
- Didn't find the answer you're looking for?
- More Crescent Roll Appetizers You’ll Love
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- 📖 Recipe Card
- Food Safety Tips
- 💬 Comments
Why This Recipe Belongs on Your Holiday Table
Everyone loves pigs in a blanket, and turning them into a festive wreath makes them even more fun for the holidays.
This simple idea takes a classic party appetizer and gives it a holiday makeover that feels special without adding extra stress to your day.
It looks impressive on the table, is easy for guests to enjoy, and always disappears quickly at holiday gatherings.
Looking for more Christmas snacks? Try my Christmas Tree Appetizer, Christmas Tree Salami Appetizers and even my Crescent Roll Ham and Cheese Bake. Yum!
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Ingredients You’ll Need
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Substitutions and Variations
Little smokies: You can use cut hot dogs, fully cooked sausages, kielbasa, or chicken sausage sliced into small bite-size pieces.
Crescent rolls: If you don’t have crescent dough, puff pastry cut into strips, refrigerated biscuit dough rolled thinner, or pizza dough can work as substitutions.
Fresh rosemary: Rosemary gives a beautiful wreath look, but parsley, thyme, or even small spinach leaves can also be used for decoration.
Cheese stars: If you don’t want to cut cheese into shapes, you can use small cheese cubes, sliced cheese pieces, or sprinkle shredded cheese lightly over the top. Use these star shaped cookie cutters!
Cherry tomatoes: Cherry tomatoes make great “ornaments,” but olives, small pieces of bell pepper, or mini mozzarella balls also work well.
Dipping sauce: Serve with honey mustard, ranch, barbecue sauce, marinara, or cheese sauce depending on what your family enjoys.
Hint: Try this recipe all year long with my Pigs in a Blanket Recipe with Pillsbury Crescent Rolls
This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below!
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Step 1: Cut a crescent dough triangle into 3 smaller triangles. Wrap the little sausages in the strips of dough.
Step 2: Form into a circle 10-11 inches apart. Refer to the photo above to see exactly how to start the wreath.
Step 3: Fill in the circle with the wrapped sausages. Make a second ring inside the outer ring.
Step 4: Bake at 350°F for 12-14 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool.
Step 5: Decorate the wreath with cherry tomatoes, and cheese stars made with star shaped cookie cutters. Then add sprigs of fresh rosemary to complete the look.
Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
✔️ DO: Wrap the dough snugly around the sausages and arrange them closely in the wreath so it bakes evenly and holds its shape.
❌ DO NOT: Bake the wreath on a small pan or crowd it too tightly, or it may not cook evenly in the center.
Storage & Serving Tips
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Freezing after baking is not recommended, as the dough may lose its soft, flaky texture once thawed.
Thaw and Reheat: Reheat in a 300°F oven for 8–10 minutes, or until warmed through. Avoid reheating in the microwave if possible, as it may make the dough soft instead of lightly crisp.
Serving Tips: Add fresh rosemary around the wreath and place dipping sauce in the center for a festive presentation. Garnish with cherry tomatoes, olives, or cheese stars to enhance the holiday look.
Recipe FAQ's
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Yes, you can prepare it ahead of time. Assemble the wreath, cover it tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. When you’re ready to serve, remove it from the refrigerator, let it sit at room temperature for about 10–15 minutes, then bake according to the recipe. This helps it hold its shape and keeps the dough fresh.
Yes, you can substitute the dough. Puff pastry will give you a flakier, more buttery texture, while biscuit dough will bake up a little thicker and more bread-like. If using either one, cut it into small strips or pieces and wrap the sausages the same way. Baking time may vary slightly, so keep an eye on it and bake until golden and cooked through.
It’s best served warm, but it can safely sit out on a party table for about 2 hours. After that, refrigerate any leftovers to keep them fresh and safe to enjoy later. If it cools down during your gathering, you can rewarm portions in the oven to bring back the soft, lightly crisp texture.
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Pigs in a Blanket Christmas Wreath Appetizer
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Ingredients
- 2 (8 count) tubes crescent rolls
- 28 ounces little smokies
- 2-3 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 3-4 cracker cheese slices, cut into stars
- ⅓ cup cherry tomatoes
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment, set aside.
- Unroll the crescent rolls, and cut each triangle into 3 smaller triangles.
- Wrap each little sausage, and place onto the parchment, about 10-11 inches apart forming a circle.
- Fill in the circle with wrapped sausages, then start adding them into the middle to create a second ring.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, until the crescent dough is golden brown.
- Allow them to cool, and if desired, decorate with rosemary, cheese stars, and cherry tomatoes.
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Notes
Tips:
- Wrap the crescent dough snugly around each sausage to help the wreath keep its shape while baking.
- Arrange the pieces close together so they bake evenly and form a full wreath.
- Brush the dough lightly with butter or egg wash for a golden finish, if desired.
Storage and Make Ahead Tips:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a 300°F oven until warmed through for the best texture.
- The wreath is best assembled and baked the same day, but you can prep decorations like rosemary, cheese stars, and cherry tomatoes ahead of time.
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Let us know how it was!Food Safety Tips
- Cook foods to a safe internal temperature of 165 °F (74 °C) when applicable.
- Use separate utensils for raw and cooked ingredients.
- Wash hands thoroughly after handling uncooked foods.
- Avoid leaving food at room temperature for extended periods.
- Stay nearby while food is cooking.
- Use cooking oils suited for higher-heat cooking.
- Ensure proper airflow when using a gas stove.
- More kitchen safety guidance is available at USDA.gov.
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