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Golden brown, perfectly wrapped pigs in a blanket arranged on a cooling rack ready for dipping

Easy Beef Bacon in a Blanket

This upgraded pigs in a blanket recipe represents the result of weeks spent testing variables, transforming a basic snack into a high-performance culinary experience using smoked beef bacon for superior flavor and texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 5 servings
Calories 330 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Sharp knife or pizza cutter
  • cookie sheet

Ingredients
  

Primary Components

  • 13 ounces smoked beef bacon
  • 1 package crescent rolls

Instructions
 

Optimized Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Ensure your oven rack is in the center position to facilitate even air circulation around the baking sheet.
  • Roll out the crescent rolls onto a clean, flat surface. Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut the triangular strips into thirds.
  • Roll each piece between your hands to stretch them out. Stretching the dough is critical here because it ensures the pastry is thin enough to cook evenly and prevents the thicker end from becoming gummy.
  • Take a stretched strip of dough and wrap it around a piece of the smoked beef bacon. Place the wrapped piece onto a cookie sheet. It is vital to hold the end of the dough firmly as you wrap it around the meat to maintain tension and ensure the dough adheres to itself.
  • Bake for 10 to 15 minutes. Monitor the progress closely after the ten-minute mark.
  • The rolls should be a golden brown when done. Look for a deep amber hue on the peaks of the dough and a slight glistening on the meat.
  • Serve with BBQ, mustard, and ketchup.
  • Try making them for breakfast.

Notes

Pro tip: Ensure the smoked beef bacon is chilled thoroughly before you begin the wrapping process, as colder fat renders more slowly and allows the dough to set before the meat releases too much moisture. Pro tip: If the dough becomes too warm and begins to stick to your hands while stretching, place it back in the refrigerator for five minutes to firm up the fats and regain control over the elasticity. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, place them back in a 350 degree oven for 5 minutes (do not use a microwave). The recipe scales linearly if you need to feed a larger group, but avoid overcrowding the baking sheets.

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 10gFat: 24g
Keyword appetizer engineering, crescent roll dough, crispy pastry
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