This Pigs in a Blanket Pull-Apart Bread is a fun and delicious twist on the classic appetizer. Perfect for parties, game days, or any casual gathering, this dish combines the beloved flavors of pigs in a blanket with the convenience of pull-apart bread. Each bite-sized piece is wrapped in buttery, seasoned pizza dough and baked to golden perfection. Serve it warm with your favorite dipping sauces for a crowd-pleasing treat!
Ingredients:
- Cooking spray
- 6 Tbsp. melted butter
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- Pinch of kosher salt
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- All-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 1 tube Pillsbury pizza dough
- 2 (12-oz.) packages cocktail weiners
Directions:
- Prepare the Springform Pan:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grease the inside of an 8” springform pan with cooking spray.
- Make the Butter Mixture:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Season with a pinch of kosher salt and crushed red pepper flakes.
- Prepare the Pizza Dough:
- On a lightly floured surface, unroll the pizza dough.
- Cut the dough into 1” x 2” rectangles.
- Assemble the Pigs in a Blanket:
- Brush the top of each dough rectangle with the butter mixture.
- Wrap each cocktail weiner in a piece of pizza dough, pinching the seam shut.
- Arrange in the Pan:
- Place the wrapped weiners standing upright in the springform pan. They should be snug but not too tightly packed together to ensure the dough bakes properly.
- Brush the top with the remaining melted butter mixture.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven until the dough is golden brown, about 50 to 55 minutes.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the pull-apart bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing the sides of the springform pan.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
Conclusion:
This Pigs in a Blanket Pull-Apart Bread is a delightful addition to any snack table. The savory cocktail weiners wrapped in buttery, seasoned dough make for an irresistible combination. Perfect for dipping, this pull-apart bread is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Enjoy the tasty, shareable goodness with friends and family!