Pigs in a Blanket

When’s the last time you had pigs in a blanket because you’re gluten free? For me, it had been years. It was one of those nostalgic snacks I assumed I’d never enjoy again—but thankfully, times have changed! There are now several delicious gluten-free puff pastry brands on the market, and they make it so easy to recreate this classic appetizer.

A quick but important PSA: double-check the package to make sure you’re buying the gluten-free version. I learned this the hard way. I accidentally grabbed the regular puff pastry, cooked it, and ate it… and it was a painful week recovering. I even had to throw away a brand-new bag of flour, my rolling pin, and a Silpat mat because of cross-contamination. So please—always, always check the label. It’s so easy for lazy eyes to overlook it, especially when surrounded by other gluten free products.

For the sausages, pigs in a blanket traditionally use Lit’l Smokies or mini sausages. Many brands are gluten free, but when in doubt, check with the manufacturer or look for a gluten-free label.

I made these recently for a crafting night with the girls, and everyone loved them—several even said they couldn’t tell they were gluten free or didn’t miss the gluten at all. Having accidentally made the gluten version before, I will say the gluten-free puff pastry doesn’t rise nearly as much, while the regular puff pastry almost puffed too much. Still, the gluten-free version baked beautifully and tasted absolutely delicious.

I’m so excited to experiment more with gluten-free puff pastry and bring back some of my old favorites. These pigs in a blanket were a win, and they reminded me that eating gluten free doesn’t mean giving up the classics we love!

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Gluten Free Pigs in a Blanket

Enjoy a classic favorite with these gluten-free pigs in a blanket—an easy, delicious snack you don’t have to miss out on just because you’re gluten free! Made with soft, buttery gluten-free dough wrapped around savory mini sausages, this simple recipe bakes up golden, fluffy, and irresistible every time. Perfect for parties, game days, or quick comfort food, these pigs in a blanket are proof that gluten-free eating can still include all the nostalgic classics you love.

Prep time: 20 MinCook time: 23 MinTotal time: 43 Min

Ingredients

• 1 package of Dufour gluten free puff pastry
• 1 package of gluten free lit'l smokies
• 1 egg
• gluten free flour for dusting

Instructions

1. Defrost the puff pastry a few hours before or according to box instructions.
2. put the lit'l smokies in a bowl.
3. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
4. Place parchment paper on the counter and place the puff pastry on it. Cut at the natural crease. Put one piece aside.
5. Take 1 piece of the puff pastry and using a rolling pin, roll the dough out a bit. Dust with gluten free flour as needed if the dough sticks.
6. Use a knife to slice pieces of puff with width about the side of the smokies.
7. Wrap the smokies in the puff, overlap the puff around a bit and press down so sealed.
8. Put smokies on a pan covered in parchment paper, seam side down.
9. Repeat until all are done. Repeat w other piece of puff pastry.
10. Crack one egg in a bowl and whisk until mixed together.
11. Get a pastry brush and dip in egg and wipe along the puff pastry (egg wash).
12. Bake for 20-30 mins or until puff is golden.
13. Eat as is or dip in your favorite!