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Breakfast is often hailed as the most important meal of the day, and for good reason. It sets the tone for the hours ahead, providing the energy and nutrients needed to kickstart your morning. Among the myriad of breakfast options available, comfort food holds a special place in our hearts. It evokes feelings of warmth and nostalgia, often reminding us of cozy family breakfasts or joyous brunch gatherings with friends. One dish that perfectly embodies this spirit is the delightful "Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket."

Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket

Start your mornings with a fun twist on breakfast! This Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket recipe combines flavorful sausage links wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough and sprinkled with cheddar cheese. Baked to golden perfection and ready in just 30 minutes, these bite-sized treats are perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying with your favorite dipping sauce, like maple syrup. Easy, delicious, and sure to be a hit at any breakfast table!
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Ingredients
  

1 package of breakfast sausage links (about 12 links)

1 can of refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

Optional: maple syrup or your favorite dipping sauce for serving

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Prepare the Sausages: If your sausage links are not pre-cooked, cook them in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

      Prepare the Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface and separate it into triangles along the pre-scored lines.

        Add Cheese: Sprinkle a small amount of shredded cheddar cheese on each triangle, towards the wider end.

          Roll the Sausage: Place a cooked sausage link on top of the cheese at the wide end of the triangle. Roll the dough around the sausage, starting at the wide end and rolling towards the point. Pinch the seams to seal.

            Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the rolled pigs in a blanket on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each for even cooking.

              Add Seasoning: In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder and onion powder, then sprinkle it evenly over the pigs in a blanket.

                Brush with Egg Wash: Brush the tops of each pig in a blanket with the beaten egg to give them a beautiful golden finish while baking.

                  Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and puffed up.

                    Serve: Let them cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with maple syrup or your favorite dipping sauce on the side.

                      Prep Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 30 mins | Servings: 4 (3 pigs per serving)