There’s something magical about the combination of crunchy pickles, savory meat, and flaky pastry. If you’re a fan of pigs in a blanket and looking for something new and exciting to try, then our best pickles in a blanket recipe is here for you. This appetizer is simple to make, yet impressive enough for any gathering, whether it be a game night, potluck, or family meal.

Ingredients:

– 1 jar of your favorite pickles (about 20 pickles)

– 20 slices of deli ham or turkey

– 4 sheets of frozen puff pastry, thawed

– 1 egg

– 1 tablespoon water

– Optional: mustard or cream cheese for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set them aside.

2. Drain the pickles from the jar and pat them dry with paper towels. This is important to prevent the puff pastry from becoming soggy.

3. Take a slice of the deli meat and lay it flat on a cutting board. Place one pickle at one edge of the meat slice and roll it up tightly.

4. Unroll one sheet of puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough to an approximately 12 x 12-inch square. Cut the dough into five equal strips.

5. Lay one strip of dough horizontally across your work surface. Place one pickle wrapped in deli meat at one end of the dough strip and roll it up until completely covered by the puff pastry. Use your fingers to pinch together any seams or excess dough. Repeat this process for all pickles.

6. Transfer the assembled pickles in a blanket onto your lined baking sheets, ensuring they’re evenly spaced with room to puff up during baking.

7. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the top of each pickle in a blanket with the egg wash for a beautiful golden-brown finish.

8. Bake the pickles in a blanket for 25-30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden and flaky. You might need to rotate the baking sheets halfway through cooking for even browning.

9. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a serving platter.

Serve these mouthwatering pickles in a blanket warm, alongside your choice of mustard or cream cheese for dipping. Watch them disappear in no time!