How long should pigs cook in blankets in the oven?

If you're baking breakfast pigs in a blanket using crescent dough instead of pancakes, they typically take 12 to 15 minutes at 375°F until golden. For pancake-wrapped versions like this one, no additional oven time is needed after cooking the pancakes and assembling the roll-ups.

What do Texans call pigs in a blanket?

In Texas, pigs in a blanket are often referred to as "kolaches," even though true kolaches are sweet Czech pastries. Locals have adapted the name for sausage-filled rolls or dough-wrapped breakfast links commonly found in bakeries.

What is the difference between American and British pigs in a blanket?

American breakfast pigs in a blanket use pancake or biscuit dough to wrap around breakfast sausages. British pigs in a blanket are small sausages wrapped in bacon, traditionally served as a holiday side dish during Christmas dinner.

What are pigs in blankets called now?

They're still widely known as "pigs in a blanket," but depending on region or preparation style, you might hear them called sausage roll-ups, breakfast wraps, or pancake wraps—especially in home kitchens or brunch menus.

Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket – 30-Minute Morning Favorite

Name: Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 cooked breakfast sausage links; 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 4 teaspoons baking powder; ½ teaspoon fine sea salt; 1 ⅓ cups buttermilk; 1 large egg, well beaten; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Description

Breakfast pigs in a blanket are a fun and cozy morning meal made with juicy breakfast sausages wrapped in fluffy pancakes. Quick, kid-friendly, and perfect for dipping in syrup, they’re a crowd-pleasing favorite for any day of the week.

Ingredients

12 cooked breakfast sausage links

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

4 teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon fine sea salt

1 ⅓ cups buttermilk

1 large egg, well beaten

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Cook the sausage per the package instructions and set aside.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just combined. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.

5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly spray with cooking oil.

6. Place 3 tablespoons of batter into the skillet and gently spread into an oval shape.

7. Cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles appear and the bottom is golden. Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes.

8. Place the cooked pancake on a plate. Immediately place a sausage link in the center.

9. Roll the pancake around the sausage and place seam-side down.

10. Repeat with the remaining batter and sausages.

11. Serve warm with maple syrup on the side or drizzled on top.

Notes

Let pancakes cool slightly before rolling to prevent tearing.

Use maple or spicy sausage for flavor variety.

Freeze extras and reheat in oven or air fryer for a quick weekday breakfast.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American