Pumpkin Patch Dogs in a Blanket
Golden flaky dough wrapped around mini sausages shaped like pumpkin bites with pretzel stick stems. Perfect Halloween finger food that’s quick and fun to make for parties and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients
– Mini sausages (chicken, turkey, or vegetarian)
– Puff pastry dough or crescent roll dough
– Pretzel sticks for pumpkin stems
– 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
– Sesame seeds for topping
– Italian seasoning or herbs (optional)
– Mustard, ketchup, or preferred dipping sauces
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out dough and cut into squares large enough to wrap sausages.
3. Place a mini sausage on each square and wrap the dough around it, pinching to seal.
4. Using a toothpick, gently score lines to mimic pumpkin ridges.
5. Insert a pretzel stick into the top of each wrapped sausage for the stem.
6. Brush each pumpkin with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Serve warm with dipping sauces of choice.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to 3 days. Reheat in oven at 180°C for 5-7 minutes. Freezes well for up to 2 months — reheat directly from frozen.