The “Fanciest” Pigs in a Blanket Recipe
At least that’s what my fiance Matt calls this pigs in a blanket with cheese appetizer recipe. We made this recipe for a date night in and it was an instant hit. Then for the next three years, every time we were invited to a party, Matt offered for us to bring the “fancy” pigs in a blanket. We made it for football games, Fourth of July parties, and some random Friday night parties.
The Supplies
Ingredients
To make this pigs in a blanket with cheese and mustard recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- Refrigerated croissant roll dough
- Swiss cheese
- Dijon mustard
- Lil’ smokies or mini beef franks
- Everything but the Bagel seasoning
For the exact ingredient amounts, check out the recipe card at the bottom of this page.
Equipment
In order to make this Swiss cheese and mustard pigs in a blanket recipe, you’ll need the following pieces of equipment:
- Large baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Sharp knife
- Measuring spoons
Frequent Recipe Questions
Can I switch out the type of cheese?
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A: Yes! If Swiss cheese isn’t your favorite, opt for a sharp cheese you do enjoy. Cheddar, gouda, or muenster.
Does this recipe freeze well?
- Yes! Prepare the pigs in a blanket as instructed and freeze while on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Once frozen, you can transfer the pigs in a blanket to an airtight container or zip-tight freezer safe bag and store them for up to 3 months. Once you’re ready to serve, bake the pigs in a blanket with cheese as instructed, plus 1-2 minutes until baked through.
Can I make this recipe in advance?
- A: Definitely! Prepare the pigs in a blanket with cheese in advance and then store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 1 day in advance.
Swiss Cheese and Mustard Pigs in a Blanket Recipe Details
This recipe is really as simple as it sounds. The ease of making pigs in a blanket, but with so much more flavor by adding a few extra ingredients. Before rolling up your piggy in their crescent roll blanket, add a small square of swiss cheese and a dollop of dijon mustard. Roll the crescent roll dough around the mini beef franks and then top with a sprinkle of everything but the bagel seasoning.
Bake the pigs in a blanket with cheese for about 15 minutes, until they’re nice and brown and the cheese is melted. Let the pigs in a blanket set for a minute before serving. Enjoy this appetizer goes great with a cold beer or Grapefruit Radler.
If you make this pigs in a blanket with cheese and mustard recipe, be sure to leave a comment or give this recipe a rating – I can’t wait to hear how it goes. As always, tag me on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook in your photos. It makes me feel like we’re getting to cook together!
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Swiss Cheese and Mustard Pigs in a Blanket
Description
A fancier version of your classic pigs in a blanket, perfectly balanced with the creamy tangy flavors of cheese and mustard. This recipe takes your party appetizer to the next level.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven 375°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Open the container of crescent roll dough, and roll it into a flat sheet. Cut each perforated piece of dough into two, triangles, resulting in 16 long triangles of dough.
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At the widest part of the triangle of dough, place a piece of swiss cheese. Add a quarter teaspoon of mustard on top of the cheese and then top with a mini beef frank.
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Roll the remaining triangle of dough around the cheese, mustard, and frank, covering as much of the frank as you can.
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Place each wrapped pig in a blanket on the prepared baking sheet, a couple inches a part.
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Sprinkle each pig in a blanket with “everything but the bagel” seasoning to taste, pushing the seasoning into the dough as needed.
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Bake the pigs in a blanket for 14-16 minutes, until the crescent roll dough is browned on the edges and cooked through.
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Remove the baking sheet from the oven, let cool for one minute before handling. Enjoy!
